Parks Worker | $43.51/Hr | Sunshine Coast Council

Public Sector People; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Regional Council invites applications for a Parks Worker in Caloundra. The role supports parks and grounds maintenance, caring for council parks, gardens and public spaces, and performing practical outdoor maintenance tasks.

We require a Certificate II in Horticulture or Arboriculture, a current Class C driving licence, and hands-on parks maintenance experience. This is a casual, outdoor position with early morning hours.

Qualifications

• Hold a (min) Certificate II in Horticulture or Arboriculture.
• Hold a current Class C driver’s licence.
• Have practical parks and grounds maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with parks and grounds maintenance.
• Help maintain council parks, gardens and public spaces.
• Undertake practical outdoor maintenance duties.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety conscious

Reliability

Education

Certificate II in Horticulture or Arboriculture

Job description

Parks Worker | $43.51/hr | Sunshine Coast Council

Public Sector People is seeking a reliable temporaryParks Worker to join Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s team in Caloundra.

This is a great opportunity for someone with horticulture or arboriculture qualifications who enjoys outdoor work and contributing to the maintenance of council parks and public spaces.

Key Details

• Council: Sunshine Coast Regional Council
• Location: Caloundra, QLD
• Pay Rate: $43.51 per hour
• Engagement: Casual
• Dates: 2 November 2026 – 30 January 2027
• Hours: 6:00 am – 3:30 pm

About the Role

• Assist with parks and grounds maintenance.
• Help maintain council parks, gardens and public spaces.
• Undertake practical outdoor maintenance duties.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.

About You

• Hold a (min) Certificate II in Horticulture or Arboriculture.
• Hold a current Class C driver's licence.
• Have practical parks and grounds maintenance experience.
• Be reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable undertaking physical, outdoor work.