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Operator Groundsperson - Inveresk &
UTAS Stadium
Position number: POS0885
Enquiries:
Name: John Kedey
Position: Coordinator Operations - Inveresk and UTAS Stadium Town Hall, 18-28 St John Street Launceston
Phone: 03 6323 3214
T 03 6323 3000
Email: John.Kedey@launceston.tas.gov.au
E contactus@launceston.tas.gov.au
Application closing date: 3.00PM, MONDAY, 28 OCTOBER 2024 www.launceston.tas.gov.au

Contents


Introduction 3
City of Launceston Organisational Directory 4
Organisational Values 5
Information for Applicants 6
Recruitment Steps 7
General Conditions of Employment 8
Position Description 9

Address all correspondence to:
Manager People and Culture
City of Launceston
PO Box 396
LAUNCESTON TAS 7250
Email address: contactus@launceston.tas.gov.au

When emailing your application, attachments should be sent in either Word
(.doc/.docx), PDF (.pdf), TIFF (.tiff), JPEG (.jpg) or Excel (.xls/xlsx) formats.
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Introduction
Launceston is the regional hub of Northern Tasmania and
enjoys a rich natural and social history. Located at the head
of the picturesque Tamar Valley, the Launceston region is
renowned for its award-winning wines, gourmet dining
experiences, magnificent natural features and friendly
residents. Our city is human scale. A series of green and
wild spaces linked by heritage streetscapes and thoughtful
adaptions. A real blend of old-world and new, tradition and
innovation.

The City of Launceston municipal area covers an area of 1,405
square kilometres with a population of around 71,000 residents.

The City of Launceston is Tasmania’s largest municipal council in
terms of population and revenue. Launceston boasts all the
major facilities of a much larger city, many of which are owned
and operated by the City of Launceston.
The City of Launceston is served by 12 Councillors, including the
Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
Click here to view City of Launceston’s strategic and annual
reporting.
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City of Launceston
organisational chart

The City of Launceston is recognised as
an Employer of Choice by the Tasmanian
Government.

An Employer of Choice
is a workplace that demonstrates
contemporary workplace practices and
provides outstanding support for its staff.

The Council employs around 570 employees
across a range of responsibilities.


Employment information package 4

Organisational values


At the heart of our organisation are our four organisational values.
Our employees are expected to adhere to, support and promote our
values at all times.

Our aim is to attract and retain people who share our values and want be a part of our positive
workplace culture. Before submitting your application please review our values and decide if
they are a good fit for you.



WE CARE
OUR PEOPLE ABOUT OUR
MATTER COMMUNITY
• We value clear and open • We take pride in our work and
communication pursue a standard of excellence
• We support and en courage each • We genuinely listen, and value
other collaborative relationships
experience and strengths • We make responsible and
sustainable decisions
WE BRING AN WE GO HOME
OPEN MIND SAFE AND WELL
• We actively seek opportunities to • We show care for people and look
continuously improve out for one another
• We respect and explore different • We speak up and support others to
ideas and perspectives be healthy and safe
• We embrace change that leads to • We take personal responsibility for
positive outcomes our own health and wellbeing
• We value innovation and creativity • We value work-life fit
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Information for applicants



City of Launceston is an equal When applying for this position, you must provide the following
opportunity employer. Our documentation:
workforce is diverse, inclusive, 1. Covering letter
flexible and family-friendly. 2. Statement addressing the selection criteria (highlighted criteria
only)
We value the different
backgrounds, skills and 3. Resume
contributions of all employees The online Application for Employment can be accessed here
and treat each other and our (you will be asked to attach your supporting documentation)
community with respect. 1. Your covering letter should introduce you and explain why you
We want opportunities at City are applying for the role.
of Launceston to be accessible 2. All recruitment and selection decisions are based on merit. The
and attainable to all candidates. most suitable person in terms of skills, knowledge, qualifications,
If you are interested in this role relevant experience, alignment with organisational values and
but have concerns about your work attitudes is selected for the position. Selection is based on
suitability, please talk to us the assessment of each application in relation to the selection
before submitting your criteria identified in the position description. The position
description is included later in this information kit.
application.
The selection criteria consists of the qualifications, knowledge,
skills, attitudes and abilities required to successfully perform
the role. You must provide a statement that addresses each
highlighted selection criterion for the role. Your statement
should include examples that demonstrate how you meet each
criterion.
Please see information here on how to address the Selection
Criteria.
3. Your resume should provide details of your qualifications, work
history, special skills, training and competency details and
referees, plus any other information that may support your
application. Be clear and informative. Include the names,
position titles, addresses and telephone numbers of at least
two work referees.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order
to submit your application for this role, please contact the
People and Culture Team via email at
contactus@launceston.tas.gov.au, noting your preferred
method of communication and contact details and a member
of the team will be in touch.


Please read this information
carefully, as it will help you
with the preparation of your
employment application.
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Recruitment steps


1. Application received
2. Shortlisting

• Shortlisted applicants will be

contacted by telephone or email
to arrange an interview.

• Unsuccessful candidates will

be advised by email. 3. Interview
4. Pre-Employment Checks:

• Reference Check
• Police Check
• Medical Assessment
• Drug and Alcohol screening

All costs covered by City of Launceston 5. Suitability determination and
preferred candidate identified
6. Letter of Offer


and counselling for personal and work related issues, coaching and
advice for leaders and counselling assistance for immediate family
members.

• We are committed to providing a working environment that is

sufficiently flexible to meet the operational requirement and workload
demands of the City of Launceston while accommodating, where
possible, the needs of our employees.

• Discounted membership at Launceston Aquatic.
• Discounts at the Museum Gift shop.
• Additional leave: employees may request to purchase an additional two

or four week’s additional leave per year to help manage family/carer
responsibilities or other special circumstances.
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General conditions
of employment

Position title Operator Groundsperson - Inveresk & UTAS Stadium
Employment terms Permanent, Full-Time
Working pattern 9 day fortnight
Total remuneration $76,513 - $83,497*
*Total remuneration includes superannuation, as detailed below
Base salary $66,389 - $72,448
Superannuation Employer contribution of 15.25%

• Annual leave: employees are entitled to 4 weeks (pro-rata for part-time employees) annual leave per

year, plus leave loading.

• Personal leave (for sick and carer’s leave): employees are entitled to two weeks (pro-rata for part-

time employees) personal leave per year, if they are unable to attend work due to personal
illness/injury or to provide care for a spouse/partner or immediate family member.

• Paid parental leave: employees are entitled to fourteen weeks paid (or twenty eight weeks at half-

pay) parental/adoption leave for the primary carer; two weeks paid leave for the secondary carer.

• Long Service Leave: Long service leave applies after 7 years continuous service.

The City of Launceston Enterprise Agreement 2021 is available here
The City of Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre Enterprise Agreement 2022 is available here
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Position Description


Position Description Form - Officer
PF NUMBER: POS NUMBER: POS0885

POSITION TITLE: Operator Groundsperson - Inveresk & UTAS Stadium
AWARD CLASSIFICATION: Grade 3
EMPLOYEE: Vacant
TEAM: Business Enterprises
NETWORK: Community and Place
REPORTS TO: John Kedey
PREPARED BY: Robert Groenewegen
DATE: September 2024


APPROVED BY:
NAME: Justin Dale
POSITION: Manager Business Enterprises
SIGNATURE:

POSITION PURPOSE (Why does this position exist)


To ensure that all work within the Inveresk Precinct, including UTAS Stadium and Invermay Park is carried
out in accordance with the specified maintenance standards as outlined in the service level agreements
and AFL minimum standards documentation.

Competent provision of services to internal and external clients, including maintaining the good image and
values of the Launceston City Council.

City of Launceston is a values-based organisation, which means that we employ people who share and display
our values


and strengths • we strive towards the best outcome for our
community
• we make responsible and sustainable
decisions




• we show care for people and look out for

• we actively seek opportunities to one another

continuously improve

• we speak up and support others to be
• we respect and explore different ideas and healthy and safe

• we embrace change that leads to positive health and wellbeing

outcomes

• we value work-life fit
• we value innovation and creativity
  

Accountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …


General


City of Launceston's Behave in a way that supports the City of Launceston's Demonstrates, through
Values values. behaviour, an alignment to
Technology Use technology and information to maximise efficiency New and existing technologies
and effectiveness. are utilised effectively.
Collaborate Work collaboratively within your team and across Actively participating in team
networks. meetings/tool box meetings,
Support delivery of the Network's strategic and annual by offering ideas and
plan actions. suggestions and providing
feedback
Work with horizontal teams as relevant to technical Collaborative opportunities are
role accountabilities. sought across Networks

Innovation Encourage and be proactive in developing a culture of Improved work practices and
introducing new and improved work practices and projects.
projects within your team and your network.
.

Technical

Plant and Equipment Operation of all relevant Plant and Equipment Plant Management
Management Responsible for the correlation of Pre Start Checks. accountability.
Responsible for general maintenance of all plant and
equipment.
Contribute to the decision making process with regard
to plant replacement and purchases.

Operations Maintain UTAS Stadium, Invermay Park and the Number of comments of a
Inveresk Precinct to industry Best Practice and Service positive nature to do with a
Level Agreed and AFL Minimum Standards service provision.

Be capable of using specialised equipment associated Percentage of service requests
with Horticulture the Turf industry to industry Best received attributed to the
Practice. designated area.
Work in a hand on capacity and apply advanced skills
and knowledge. The correlation between the
Standard Service Agreements
Ability to make decisions regarding turf health through and Audits.
monitoring and identification of disease.
Be capable of using specialised equipment associated Standards of Maintenance
with Horticulture the Turf industry to industry Best kept in line with Industry Best
Practice. Practice
Work in hands on capacity and apply advanced skills
and knowledge. Quality Assurance

Accountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …
Maintain and operate and install irrigation systems.
Understanding of and ability to schedule irrigation Number of justified
levels to maintain plant health complaints received from the
Ability to prioritise and program work schedules. community
Prioritise and respond to Service requests.
Maintain records associated with this position,
including prompt and accurate recording of works and
completion of time sheets and plant returns.
Attend meetings as required
Co-Ordinating on site Contractors
Have the Physical capabilities to perform the duties
associated with Horticultural Services.


People Management Effectively communicate with in the team. Conflict Avoidance.
Give direction to contractors and casual staff where
appropriate.
Provide effective feedback Manager Inveresk and
UTAS Stadium.


Communication Responsible for the effective transfer of information To the Values of the
within area of expertise. organisation.
Effective communication with
coordinators and managers
Budgetary Limited accountability for budgetary impact within the
Expenditure. area of responsibility.


Work Safely with a Perform all work in a safe manner in accordance with
Duty of Care for fellow the City of Launceston's Occupational Health and
employees and ensure Safety Policy and Procedures
procedural compliance
While at work, a worker must –
(a) take reasonable care for his or her own health and
safety; and
(b) take reasonable care that his or her acts or
omissions do not adversely affect the health and
safety of other persons; and
(c) comply, so far as the worker is reasonably able,
with any reasonable instruction that is given by the
person conducting the business or undertaking to
allow the person to comply with this Act; and
(d) Cooperate with any reasonable policy or procedure
of the person conducting the business or undertaking
relating to health or safety at the workplace that has
been notified to workers.
(Section 28 Work Health & Safety Act 2012)
Note: Whilst the key functions and responsibilities for the role are set out above, the Council may
direct an employee to carry out such duties or tasks that are within the limits of the employee’s skill, competence
and training.

WORKING WITH VULNERABLE PEOPLE CHECK
Yes/No
Working with Vulnerable People Check required? Yes
If yes, include in Selection Criteria table below


SELECTION CRITERIA
POSITION REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES
Organisational

• Community Focussed: considers community/customers in decision making

• Communicate and Engage: demonstrates self-awareness & encourages open discussions & contributions from

others

• Create and Innovate: displays initiative & considers different ideas and perspectives

• Safety Focussed: takes responsibility for own and team's health, well-being and self-care

Position Specific

• Class C driver’s licence

• Have machinery operation competency levels, or be able to achieve.

• Reading and writing of simple events and standard correspondence, including the ability to interpret less

complex procedures, operating instructions and procedure manuals.

• Chemical handling competency (Cat 3) or with the ability to achieve a similar qualification

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate III in Turf Management

• Horticultural experience

REPORTING STRUCTURE
Manager Justin Dale
Direct Reports Nil


KEY RELATIONSHIPS
(External and Internal Customers, Supplier, Colleagues, etc)
Internal Nature of Relationships
Other Council Departments and staff at all levels Liaison and support
External Nature of Relationships
Rate Payers, The General Public and Community This position will be required to act in an appropriate manner
Groups. Workplace Standards. Contractors and at all times as the public face of Council.
Suppliers

DELEGATIONS & AUTHORISATIONS
(Local Government Act, By-Laws etc)
Purchasing Approvals N/A



Confidentiality

Staff are
a) Able to access; or
b) May be exposed in the course of performing their duties to information that may be related to individuals,
organisations or the general dealings of the City of Launceston. Some of this information will be of a
sensitive nature – either within or external to the organisation.


By accepting this position the employee undertakes:
a) To keep all information that they are exposed to confidential during and after their period of employment
with City of Launceston. Information should never be disclosed outside of the organisation and only be
disclosed to other employees if there is a need within the context of the task being performed.
b) To not access any information within the organisation's systems that is not directly relevant to their work.
c) To abide by the requirements of the Confidentiality and Privacy clause of the relevant Enterprise
Agreement.


OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION

Expectations of a City of Launceston employee:

• Have strategies in place to enhance their own health and well-being, manage stress and maintain

professionalism;

• Seeks feedback broadly and asks others for help with own development areas; and

• Translates feedback into an opportunity to develop.
  

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