Playground Safety Consultant | Melbourne, VIC

• Join an industry leading Australian company that provides high-quality, industry-leading solutions for enjoyable playground experiences
  


• Full-time Hybrid role; predominantly work-from-home arrangement
  


• Attractive hourly rate (plus superannuation), work phone & laptop
  

The Company…

Play Force specialises in customised playground inspections and maintenance to ensure safety and enjoyment for all users. Their thorough assessments adhere to Australian standards, promptly providing detailed maintenance recommendations. With proactive routine inspections and quick resolution of serious issues, they prioritise children's safety and peace of mind for all stakeholders.

Due to expansion into the Victorian market, Play Force is seeking a Playground Safety Consultant to assist with sales and marketing activities in Victoria, as well as in Queensland where Play Force is headquartered. They welcome candidates who are motivated to progress in their careers, willing to learn the business, and potentially grow into a leadership role. This is a great opportunity to build a long-term future with a company that values ambition and initiative. The role will report to the National Business Development Manager and will be a predominantly work-from-home role. In the future, the role may transition into a hybrid working model when a physical Melbourne office is established. 

The Position…

The position is responsible for providing support to the National Business Development Manager in driving Play Force’s growth strategy by: (i) managing and executing key marketing activities; (ii) following up leads; and (iii) providing sales support.

Specifically, this role will be in charge of handling routine playground inspection quoting and providing administrative support for state and national conferences and road shows. 

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Generating inspection quotes for. Child Care providers, Catholic schools, Councils and Private Schools.
  


• Assisting with inspection leads and quoting for all Victorian schools and Councils.
  


• Follow-up of straightforward conference leads (e.g. standard inspection requests). 
  


• Assisting with coordination and representation at Catholic and SBMAQ school conferences.
  


• Support all Victorian conferences, including the Victorian Principals and Business Managers conferences.
  


• Provide administrative support for QLD State School Road Shows.
  

• Executing repeat inspection programs by contacting existing clients (via email and phone).
  


• Assisting with Victorian lead follow-ups in order to generate inspection sales. 
  

Administration & Communication

• Assist with administrative based duties, including maintaining accurate job records & keeping CRM systems up to date.
  


• Communicating effectively with management, in particular the National BDM, to ensure large opportunities are prioritised and managed effectively.
  


• Fostering strong working relationships internally (Management and the wider Sales and Maintenance teams) and with external stakeholders including clients (Schools, Councils, Childcare providers), conference organisers and industry members.
  

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• A current Victorian driver’s licence (mandatory)
  


• Minimum 2 years of experience in sales support, administration, or a coordination role (mandatory)
  


• Previous experience within the landscaping, construction, or maintenance industries
  


• Working with Children Check (Paid Employment) – mandatory; can be obtained when commencing the job
  


• Proficient with Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive) and CRM/Job Management software
  


• High level of written and verbal English communication for professional client interaction
  


• Competent with numbers and general mathematics to ensure accurate quoting and margin analysis
  


• High level of organisation and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
  


• Honest, accountable, reliable, self-driven & strong work ethic
  


• Able to work autonomously & strong problem-solving skills
  

Play Force is offering a permanent full-time position, along with an attractive hourly rate (negotiable based on experience) plus superannuation.  

In addition, you will be provided with the following:

• Laptop & work phone
  


• Work-from-home working arrangement
  


• Initial training induction program, as well as ongoing training development opportunities
  


• Travel opportunities – predominantly Victoria and Queensland
  

If you have previous experience in a sales support and/or coordination-based role, then please apply and we will be in touch to discuss the position in further detail.