About the role
We are seeking a motivated Leading Hand to join the field services team assisting with turf and garden maintenance and demonstrating their leadership skills to provide direction to the team when required.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Establish and maintain turf areas and gardens
- Assist with minor landscape construction works in our open space areas
- Ensure all machinery and equipment under the team’s control is maintained
- Contribute to creating a high performance team
View the position description for more details about the role.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Current C Class Driver Licence
- Current QLD ACDC Licence, or be able to obtain within 6 months of appointment
- Current MR Class Driver Licence is desirable
Upon commencement, the successful candidate will need to be immunised against Q Fever (if not already immunised), and pass a respirator fit test before they start wearing a tight fitting respirator and at regular intervals during their employment. Workers must be clean shaven or only have facial hair that doesn’t interfere with the fitting surfaces and the valve of the respirator.
About the benefits
This is a full-time position with a salary commencing at $72,430 plus 12.5% superannuation.
- Work/Life balance: 9 day fortnight
- Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other generous leave options
- Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- 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 gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- 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 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.
Please apply online and submit:
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining which role/s you are interested in and describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of the role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing Date: 5 August 2025
Please direct any related questions to careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
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 heath 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.