Our Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries Council offers the following benefits:

• Six weeks annualleave
• 15days personalleave
• Paid Domestic and Family Violenceleave
• Cultural/ceremonialleave
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Superannuation Salary Sacrifice
• Relocation assistance for eligiblepositions
• In-house health and wellbeingprogram
• Employee AssistanceProgram
• Free admission to the Alice Springs Aquatic Leisure Centre

Who we Are and our Values

Alice Springs Town Council is an organisation shaping the future of this iconic central Australian town. We offer our 200 team members across our three sites opportunities for professional growth competitive benefits and the chance to contribute to a vibrant and culturally rich community. Our vision of a brighter future a prosperous and cohesive community.

We aspire to be modern inclusive and innovative bridging divides and forging new paths. We want to bring our community together to celebrate this unique place of gathering where the world meets the oldest living culture on Earth.

Leadership our culture values and accountability are present throughout the organisation

Collaboration we work in partnership and are better together

Trust nothing is more important than the trust between the community and ourselves

Respect we respect people and genuinely care

Authenticity what we do rings true and we do what we say

Inclusion we value all people to create a more equal world

Commitment we consistently strive towards our mission

Determination we endeavour to continuously improve

What We Are Looking For:

Are you a skilled and motivated horticulture professional ready to lead a dynamic team ASTC is seeking a Leading Hand Mowing Ovals & Parks Maintenance to make a real impact across our ovals parks reserves and public this hands-on leadership role you will coordinate and mentor a small team delivering top-quality turf management mowing pruning weed and pest control and general grounds maintenance. You will oversee the safe operation of horticultural machinery optimize work practices and ensure compliance with all safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative multicultural environment communicates effectively with team members and the public and demonstrates a proactive solution-focused approach. If you are passionate about maintaining vibrant public spaces leading by example and contributing to a respectful and inclusive workplace this is your opportunity to grow with ASTC.

Please find thePosition Descriptionhere.

Applications will remain open until the successful applicant is found; however if the position is not filled earlier the closing date will be4 November 2025.

What You Will Bring:

The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in horticultural and turf management including mowing pruning fertilising and weed and pest control. You will demonstrate proven leadership and mentoring skills capable of supervising a small team allocating tasks and providing guidance to achieve operational excellence. You will be highly organised with the ability to plan prioritise and monitor daily work schedules while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Competence in the safe operation and maintenance of horticultural machinery and equipment combined with a thorough understanding of WHS obligationsincluding risk management chemical handling and incident reportingis essential. Strong communication and recordkeeping skills will enable you to interact effectively with colleagues supervisors and the public while your cultural awareness and commitment to a respectful inclusive workplace will ensure you contribute positively to ASTCs team environment.

Must Have: Current Northern Territory Light Rigid (LR) Class drivers licence Current National Criminal History Check (less than 6 months old).

Please note:Acurrent National Police Clearance issued within the last six (6) months is an essential requirement for this position. Applicants must obtain this at their own expense asreimbursement will not be provided.

For more information about this role please contact Stewart Webb