Gardener

• Permanent / Full Time
• 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• $72,271 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 4 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
• Location – Gracemere

Your new role

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can contribute to preserving and nurturing our local Parks, Gardens and open spaces?

On a day to day basis you will complete general maintenance of parks, gardens, reserves, road reserves and streetscapes. Horticultural work, including but not limited to, mowing, whipper snipping weeding, mulching, blowing, spraying, irrigation, planting trees and shrubs and labouring.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Knowledge and experience in horticulture and open space maintenance in a large public park or garden environment.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain small machinery including but not limited to motor vehicle, tractors, mowers, brush cutters, hedgers, chain saws, blowers and other plant.
• A motivated, proactive, self-starter with a passion to deliver quality horticulture works.
• Someone who enjoys and is capable of physical and outdoor work.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

Application Criteria

• Demonstrated work experience within a horticultural environment and passion to deliver quality work.
• Knowledge and experience with safe operation of zero turn mowers, whipper snippers, hedgers, blowers and adhering to WHS procedures.
• A strong team player that demonstrates positive attitude and can work independently.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Applications Close: Monday 25 August 2025 at Midnight (AEST)