Skilled Park Worker

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.

About the Role

The Parks and Gardens branch are responsible for the care, management, and operation of a comprehensive network of public open space and recreational areas which have been established for active and passive recreation for the community and the preservation of the natural features of landscape and environment along the Sunshine Coast, largely within the urban environment.

As a Skilled Parks Worker you will be responsible for carrying out a key role plant operation activity in delivering and maintaining efficient and effective day-to-day operation of parks, natural areas, roadside vegetation, and landscape improvement activities.

You will have knowledge in general operation of any of the following plant:

• Pneumatic tyred tractor without powered attachments;
• Pneumatic tyred tractor with powered attachment up to 110 KW;
• Any other plant allowable under the Award.

You will carry out Leading Hand responsibilities as required, including the supervision of tasks and the provision of on-the-job coaching as required, and work effectively as a member of a high performing team and always ensuring the provision of high-quality customer service, and ensure that all work is carried out in a timely manner to the required quality standards while identifying new ways to improve work practices.

About you

As a requirement for this role, you will possess a CPCCOHS1001A - Work Safely in the Construction - White Card.

You will possess a Current “C” class driver’s licence & LR Licence, and a Certificate III in Horticulture or you will have relevant experience.

You are required to meet obligations under the Workplace Health and Safety Act and the Environmental Protection Act.

Pre-Employment Medical Required

Essential to your success is physical agility and the level of fitness, strength and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting & bending. As such, appointment to this position is subject to completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits which include but are not limited to:

• Development opportunities through corporate learning and development programs
• Discounted health related memberships and other wellbeing initiatives
• Generous Superannuation benefits - council will also contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• 1-page summary regarding your interest and suitability for the role with reference to with reference to the Position Profile;
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2024-2028.

For specific enquiries contact Jeff Ferney during business hours on 0418 751 242.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.