Leading Hand

yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people with a focus on mental health and wellbeing long-term unemployment prevention of youth suicide child protection as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.

yourtown helps children and young people realise they have the ability to tackle whatever life throws at them. We help them to believe in their unique strengths tenacity and self-determination. We recognise the courage and determination of children and young people when they reach out to yourtown for support.

Realise your potential atyourtown.

We are seeking a Leading Hand for our site in will have some experience in either Horticulture Construction Landscaping or Fencing. You will be on the tools alongside our young people with a drive and desire to further develop your own knowledge and understanding of supporting young people in the work place.

your opportunity
38 hours per week Monday Friday
attractive rates salary packaging
tools uniform phone iPad and vehicle for work use
opportunity to gain training experience
supportive and collaborative culture

your role will include:

Supervising trainees on simple construction projects
Ensure adherence to contract specifications and schedules
Promoting a positive Workplace Health and Safety culture

you will bring:

passion commitment and belief in young people
a relevant qualification or working towards one in either Horticulture Parks & Gardens Construction Landscaping Fencing or similar
demonstrated knowledge of WHS requirements
excellent communication skills to build relationships with our trainees and customers
current white card and first aid certificate or ability to obtain

your benefits

When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe inclusive and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient resourceful and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.

your employment experience will include:

free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16000 learning modules
a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
access to discounted private health insurance banking and finance insurance and superannuation through our partner organisations
an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer

how to apply

If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people their families neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.

To apply and for a full Position Description please visit: Kerry Smith Talent Acquisition Specialist -

Applications will be reviewed as they are received so apply ASAP!

yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all for all.

yourtownis committed to providing services that protect and keep children young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.