Operations Coordinator (Open Space)

<p><strong>About the opportunity&nbsp;</strong></p><p>The <strong>Operations Coordinator – Open Space</strong> will support coordinated delivery of Landscape/Open Space operations, with a focus on Northern campuses maintenance coordination and ESP/Hardscape program delivery support across the University. The role will work closely with the Operations Lead – Open Space, internal teams, contractors and campus/project stakeholders to maintain service continuity and support agreed program outcomes. The position will primarily support Northern campuses, with coordination support to Gold Coast as required.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate BAU Landscape/Open Space activities across the Northern campuses, including gardens, lawns, sports fields, irrigation, trees, bushland interfaces, campus presentation and reactive works</li><li>Support agreed ESP and Hardscape program delivery across the University through contractor scheduling, site coordination, field verification, work follow-up and progress reporting</li><li>Coordinate landscape contractors, subcontractors and internal team activities to achieve safe, efficient and quality service outcomes</li><li>Assist with scoping, planning and sequencing of landscape, biodiversity, hardscape and open space improvement works under the direction of the Operations Lead – Open Space Infrastructure</li><li>Monitor work quality, campus presentation, defects, risks, WHS matters and contractor performance, escalating issues where required</li><li>Support tree management, weed management, fire trail maintenance, HRB preparation, storm/weather response and other operational programs within the open space portfolio</li><li>Assist with procurement inputs, quotes, work orders, contractor documentation, service request follow-up and budget/work tracking as required</li><li>Use University systems and digital tools to support work coordination, reporting, field records, photos, service requests and asset information updates</li><li>Liaise with Facilities, Minor Projects, Capital Works, Engineering, contractors and other stakeholders to coordinate external area works and minimise operational disruption</li><li>Support consistent service delivery standards across campuses, including coordination support at Gold Coast or other campuses when required</li><li>Work collaboratively with the Operations Lead – Open Space Infrastructure, Open Space Officer, Gold Coast Coordinator and relevant teams to align BAU priorities, ESP/Hardscape delivery, contractor performance and reporting requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>About you&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Practical experience in landscape operations, parks and gardens, horticulture, sports turf, natural area management, civil/hardscape maintenance or similar open space environments</li><li>Strong contractor coordination, field follow-up and service delivery skills</li><li>Ability to balance daily BAU operational priorities with project/program delivery requirements</li><li>Sound judgement in identifying risks, defects, presentation issues, WHS matters and service gaps</li><li>Confidence using, or quickly learning, digital systems for work orders, service requests, photos, reporting and asset information</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to work with contractors, internal teams, Facilities, project teams and campus stakeholders</li><li>Ability to work across multiple campuses and adapt to changing operational priorities</li><li>A practical, organised and solutions-focused approach to maintaining safe, functional and well-presented campus open spaces.</li><li>Diploma, Advanced Certificate or equivalent experience in horticulture, landscape construction, parks and gardens, sports turf, natural area management or a related discipline.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in coordinating landscape, open space, natural area or similar operational works within a multi-site or complex service environment.</li><li>Sound understanding of WHS requirements, environmental obligations, plant and machinery use, contractor interface and practical site-based problem solving.</li><li>Current Class C driver licence, with the ability to use or quickly learn relevant University systems and mobile/digital tools.</li></ul><p><strong>What we can offer</strong></p><p>This is a full-time, fixed term opportunity for 6 months primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site university, you may be required to work across other locations.<br>

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Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.</p><p><strong>Salary </strong></p><p>HEW 6 – Base - $94,966.18 - $101,295.51 + 17% superannuation. Full package range - $111,110.42 - $118,515.75.</p>