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Parks Supervisor
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The City of Cockburn
Job Description
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An opportunity to drive transformation
Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
The Parks Supervisor is responsible for leading the delivery of parks maintenance and operational services across the City, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The role provides leadership and direction to operational staff and contractors, overseeing daily work activities, workforce productivity, quality assurance, and the effective use of materials, plant, equipment and resources.
The position contributes to the management of operational budgets, procurement activities, contract performance and parks asset maintenance. It also oversees the implementation of minor parks capital projects, ensuring delivery within approved scope, budget and timelines.
Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the Parks Supervisor supports service delivery through effective contractor management, customer service, and the administration of works management systems. The role also promotes a strong culture of safety, sustainability and continuous improvement, while providing relief support to the Service Lead Parks as required.
About you
You are an experienced parks professional with a strong background in parks operations, maintenance and asset management. You have demonstrated success leading teams and contractors, delivering high-quality outcomes, and maintaining a strong focus on safety, productivity and customer service.
You bring strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with experience managing contractors, budgets and operational priorities. Your sound knowledge of horticulture, turf management and/or arboriculture, combined with a commitment to safety, sustainability and continuous improvement, will enable you to thrive in this role. Relevant qualifications in Horticulture or Turf Management, together with the required licences and certifications, are essential.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level 6 Step 1 – Step 4 ($104,647 - $112,705) of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience. A city vehicle may be provided for commuting privileges subject to operational requirements and Director approval.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Neil Dumais, Service Lead Parks on (08) 9411 3444.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
You will need to address the selection criteria detailed in the Position Description and Advertisement as part of your application (maximum of two pages).
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, ******* and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Wednesday 19 August 2026 at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
- ECM_12472916_v2_Position Description - Parks Supervisor (5202010).pdf
An opportunity to drive transformation
Flexible work options, super up to 16% + employee perks
Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
About Us
The City of Cockburn is centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk country. We’re a place of experiences, just 20 minutes’ from Perth city, with everything from pristine beaches and wetlands to theme parks and world-class recreation facilities.
At the City of Cockburn, we’re more than just a local government – we’re a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation that puts our people first. Our team is united by a shared desire to make an impact by helping to achieve our vision - Cockburn, the best place to be.
About the Role
The Parks Supervisor is responsible for leading the delivery of parks maintenance and operational services across the City, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The role provides leadership and direction to operational staff and contractors, overseeing daily work activities, workforce productivity, quality assurance, and the effective use of materials, plant, equipment and resources.
The position contributes to the management of operational budgets, procurement activities, contract performance and parks asset maintenance. It also oversees the implementation of minor parks capital projects, ensuring delivery within approved scope, budget and timelines.
Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the Parks Supervisor supports service delivery through effective contractor management, customer service, and the administration of works management systems. The role also promotes a strong culture of safety, sustainability and continuous improvement, while providing relief support to the Service Lead Parks as required.
About you
You are an experienced parks professional with a strong background in parks operations, maintenance and asset management. You have demonstrated success leading teams and contractors, delivering high-quality outcomes, and maintaining a strong focus on safety, productivity and customer service.
You bring strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with experience managing contractors, budgets and operational priorities. Your sound knowledge of horticulture, turf management and/or arboriculture, combined with a commitment to safety, sustainability and continuous improvement, will enable you to thrive in this role. Relevant qualifications in Horticulture or Turf Management, together with the required licences and certifications, are essential.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply today and make an impact.
Salary and Benefits: Starting from Level 6 Step 1 – Step 4 ($104,647 - $112,705) of the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, based on qualifications and experience. A city vehicle may be provided for commuting privileges subject to operational requirements and Director approval.
Need more information? We encourage applicants to read the position description for a full understanding of the role before applying. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Neil Dumais, Service Lead Parks on (08) 9411 3444.
Apply: Hit the apply button and follow the prompts.
You will need to address the selection criteria detailed in the Position Description and Advertisement as part of your application (maximum of two pages).
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis. All applicants are required to undergo a pre-employment process which includes a fitness for work assessment, ******* and drug screening, qualification/licence checks and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Closing Date: Wednesday 19 August 2026 at 5pm. The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence shortlisting and close the advertising period early. We are currently not accepting applications from agencies.
We value equal opportunities for all which is why the City of Cockburn strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Every applicant is valued here.
Attachments:
- ECM_12472916_v2_Position Description - Parks Supervisor (5202010).pdf
