Team Leader Arboriculture at City Of Tea Tree Gully

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

98968.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Leadership, Planning, Team Culture Creation, Mentoring, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Compliance, Arboriculture Knowledge, Resource Management, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Problem Solving

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Why Work for Us At the City of Tea Tree Gully, we know that work is just one part of life. That’s why we prioritise flexible arrangements, family-friendly policies, and a healthy work-life balance. You’ll have the chance to lead a passionate team while enjoying the stability and benefits of a progressive organisation. We value trust, teamwork, and growth, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can thrive—both professionally and personally. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Benefits of Working with Us * Flexible work options to support family and lifestyle needs. * Generous leave entitlements, including parental leave. * Job security and stability in local government. * Professional development opportunities and career progression. * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family. * Health and wellbeing initiatives to keep you at your best. * Salary packaging options. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Position As a Team Leader in Field Services, you’ll lead and inspire a team to deliver high-quality outcomes for our parks and reserves. Your focus will be on people leadership, planning, and creating a positive team culture, while ensuring alignment with organisational goals. Key Responsibilities: * Mentor and support your team to achieve excellence. * Foster collaboration and a safe, inclusive work environment. * Contribute to planning and continuous improvement initiatives. * Ensure compliance with organisational policies and relevant legislation. Position Description - Team Leader Arboriculture (Level 2) [https://www.teatreegully.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0031/1956604/Position-Description-Team-Leader-Arboriculture-TL-Level-2-February-2025.PDF] Position Description - Team Leader Arboriculture (Level 3) [https://www.teatreegully.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0032/1956605/Position-Description-Team-Leader-Arboriculture-TL-Level-3-September-2025.pdf] About You * Strong leadership and communication skills with a passion for guiding teams. * Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage resources effectively. * Arboriculture knowledge is highly regarded but not essential—if you’re willing to learn, we’ll support you. * Current Class MR Driver’s Licence and White Card (or willingness to obtain). * Temporary Traffic Management Ticket Supervisory (TTM) (or willingness to obtain). * Willingness to undertake a Police Check and pre-employment medical assessment. Apply Today! We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and diverse abilities, to apply. Salary range is between $90,733 (Level 2) and $98,968 (Level 3) plus superannuation guarantee. Final salary will be negotiated with the preferred candidate, commensurate with skills, experience, and qualifications. Opportunity to develop to a Level 4! Applications close 11pm Saturday 18 April 2026. We’re shortlisting and interviewing as applications come in, early applications are strongly encouraged. For more information about the role or the classification structure, please contact Supervisor Parks and Reserves, Pamela Thomas on 0478 269 985 for a confidential discussion. Discover your potential at the City of Tea Tree Gully. Why work for us A career at the City of Tea Tree Gully is an opportunity to forge long-lasting community connections while cultivating a fulfilling work life. Joining us is a chance to be part of a dynamic team, who value customer care, trust, teamwork and growth. We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusivity and collaboration. We embrace individual differences and recognise the valuable contributions that diverse perspectives and experiences bring to our community. We are committed to maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation. We prioritise the well-being of our staff and strive to create an environment that promotes ongoing career growth while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Benefits We provide comprehensive support to our employees. Visit our Careers page [https://www.teatreegully.sa.gov.au/council/careers]for more information.

Responsibilities

The Team Leader will lead and inspire the Field Services team to deliver high-quality outcomes for parks and reserves, focusing on people leadership, planning, and fostering a positive team culture aligned with organizational goals. Key duties include mentoring the team, fostering collaboration and safety, contributing to planning, and ensuring compliance with policies and legislation.