Casual Parks & Gardens Maintenance

Tablelands-Regional-Council; Tablelands Regional; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Long-term opportunities

Up to 12% employer superannuation

Uniforms & PPE supplied

Health, body & mind hub access

Discounted health insurance

Job summary

Tablelands Regional Council is seeking a reliable person for the Malanda Parks & Gardens team to undertake outdoor duties including weeding, brush cutting and watering. A casual position will involve operating mower equipment and herbicide control as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and pride in public spaces, with opportunities to gain diverse training and progression in local government. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Construction Induction card (White/Blue) required.
• Traffic Control and Traffic Management certifications required or desirable.
• Safe handling of sharps and infectious waste required.
• Experience with working near traffic and in outdoor environments is preferred.
• First Aid & CPR certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform weeding, brush cutting, herbicide control and watering to maintain public spaces.
• Operate mowers and related equipment as required.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE as provided.
• Contribute to teamwork and flexible scheduling in a casual position.

Skills

Outdoor work

Weeding

Brush cutting

Safety awareness

Education

General Construction Induction (White/Blue) Card

Traffic Control

Traffic Management Implementation

Safe Handling of Sharps & Infectious Waste

Working in Proximity to Traffic 1&2

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Tablelands Regional Council is seeking a reliable person for the Malanda Parks & Gardens team to undertake outdoor duties including weeding, brush cutting and watering. A casual position will involve operating mower equipment and herbicide control as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and pride in public spaces, with opportunities to gain diverse training and progression in local government. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome.