Parks And Reserves Manager

2 days ago

Canterbury, New Zealand Waimate District Council Full time

Below is a brief description of this vacancy This page outlines the vacancy and the key skills and responsibilities for the role. Parks and Reserves Manager Work for Local Government and grow your career Reference: Make a difference by joining an amazing team who diligently work to support our local community, all while enjoying a competitive salary, benefits such as Birthday Leave and upfront Sick Leave, and professional growth.Waimate District Council has a thriving and welcoming community that's growing Waimate offers affordable housing, great schools and an amazing array of outdoor recreational activities including a host of events throughout the year. We are in the picture-perfect setting of South Canterbury with Aoraki/Mt Cook, the Waitaki Lakes and the Ocean all within close proximity - and ideally centrally located between Dunedin and Christchurch.Reporting directly to the Asset Group Manager, you will manage the activity and the team responsible for delivering services, recreation spaces and well-maintained streetscapes and facilities in our district. Here are some of the responsibilities:Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Parks and Reserves Activity including management of the team.Preparing the annual budgets and operating within the approved budget, and financial authority as per the Delegations Policy.Project managing both capital and project works, including contract management of major projects from inception, through procurement and to successful completion, ensuring budgets are administered, monitored, and not exceeded without approval.Maintaining an overview of leases and lease negotiations/re-negotiations associated with the Parks and Reserves activity.Monitoring, reviewing, and updating all Parks and Reserves asset information in Council's Asset Management System, Asset Management Plan, and Reserve Management Plans.Ensuring adherence to relevant legislation, standards, regulations, and best practices, providing advice to council staff and councillors when required.Managing the maintenance of the activity's facilities, plant, and equipment, and ensuring that Pool Safe accreditation is maintained for the Norman Kirk Memorial Pool.Working with the Executive Support Manager in publicly communicating the team's activities while maintaining contact with community groups.Preparing reports for Council and associated Committees, and occasionally external reports.Providing accurate and timely information for the Annual Report, Annual Plan and Long Term Plan (LTP) and contributing to the planning process to deliver on Community Outcomes.You're equally comfortable outside with your sleeves rolled up as you are in the office working on reports, contracts, budgets, projects, and plans.In addition to a relevant qualification in horticulture or related field (and/or equivalent body of knowledge), you have relevant experience in this type of position, working at a strategic and operational level, leading staff, and project, contract, and asset management experience.You're well versed in HSWA and take pride in knowing that the plant and equipment your team uses is safe and fit for purpose. Previous local government experience and practical knowledge of the legislation that applies to this type of Council activity is advantageous.If you are ready to join a vibrant, team-driven Council as our Parks and Reserves Manager, then apply now Previous applicants need not apply.Please note: you will need to have and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand, and have a full, current driver licence to apply for this role. This position is subject to a satisfactory Police check and Credit check.

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