Supervisor (Open Space)

Ipswich City Council; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

Positive workplace culture

Work/Life balance

Diversity and inclusion

Learning and development

Health and well-being

Leave options

Salary packaging

Job summary

Ipswich City Council is seeking a Supervisor to lead a field-based team delivering maintenance programs for parks and open spaces in Ipswich, Queensland. The role focuses on shaping landscape presentation and liveability across the city through hands-on leadership and program delivery.

Responsibilities include developing maintenance plans, coordinating contractors and resources, and planning weekly schedules.

Qualifications

• Current C Class Driver's Licence requirement.
• MR Class Licence desirable.
• QLD ACDC Licence or be able to obtain within 6 months.
• Immunisation against Q Fever required.
• Must pass respirator fit test before wearing respirator.
• Ability to work in line with safety and wellbeing values.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement park and horticultural maintenance programs.
• Lead and support your team to complete maintenance schedules and parkland projects on time and to a high standard.
• Coordinate contractors, materials and machinery for programs and parkland development projects.
• Plan weekly and daily work schedules/routines.

Skills

C Class Driver's Licence

MR Class Driver's Licence

QLD ACDC Licence

Q Fever immunisation

Respirator fit test

Safety and wellbeing values alignment

Job description

About The Role

Ready to lead a team that helps shape and maintain the parks, open spaces and landscapes enjoyed by our growing community?

As Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to lead your team in the delivery of maintenance programs for parks, open spaces and roadside corridors. This is your chance to make a visible impact on the presentation and liveability of landcsapes across the city while leading a dedicated field-based team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and implement park and horticultural maintenance programs


• Lead and support your team to complete maintenance schedules and parkland projects on time and to a high standard


• Coordinate contractors, materials, and machinery for programs and parkland development projects


• Plan weekly and daily work schedules/routines

About You

• Current C Class Driver’s Licence


• Current MR Class Driver's Licence is desirable


• Current QLD A.C.D.C Licence or be able to obtain within 6 months of appointment


• To undertake this position, you will need to be immunised against Q Fever


• Workers must pass a respirator fit test before they start wearing a tight-fitting respirator and at regular intervals during their employment


• The ability work in line with our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership

About The Benefits

This is a permanent full-time role with a salary commencing at $79,616 plus 12.5% superannuation.

• 9 day fortnight: Every second weekend is a long weekend


• Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive


• Work/Life balance: Flex time and a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions


• Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making


• Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends


• Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health


• Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options


• Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

About Us

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.’

We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

Join us

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Closing date: 22 September 2026

Please direct any related questions to [e-mail].

Pre Employment Screening:

Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.