* Permanent / Full Time
* Heritage Roster, Tuesday to Saturday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
* $72,271 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 4 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
* Location – Rockhampton
Your new role
As the Maintenance and Livestock Specialist at the Rockhampton Heritage Village, you'll play a hands-on role in bringing our unique cultural tourism experience to life. Working as part of the Heritage Services team, you'll help care for a variety of livestock, support the daily operation of the Village, and maintain the grounds, facilities and heritage spaces that make our site so special.
Every day will bring variety, from caring for horses and other livestock, preparing displays, and interacting with visitors, to operating plant and equipment, assisting with events, and maintaining our heritage precinct. You'll also work closely with volunteers, providing guidance and supporting their involvement across the Village.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your workmanship, and have a passion for livestock care, particularly horses, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to preserving and sharing our region's history in a truly meaningful way.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
* Experience handling and caring for a variety of livestock, particularly a variety of horse breeds.
* Ability to operate motorised vehicles.
* Experience operating horticultural equipment and possess or be willing to undergo tickets/qualifications in zero turn mowers, tractor, forklift and bobcat.
* Experience in identifying and managing noxious weeds and pests.
* Strong customer service and communication skills.
* Ability to do a variety of physical indoor and outdoor work.
* Availability to work weekends and public holidays.
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:
* A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
* Your Current resume.
Application Criteria
* Experience in animal husbandry and stable management, particularly working with a wide variety of horse breeds, Farrier experience desirable.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to provide training and mentoring to staff and volunteers.
* Demonstrated Experience in grounds maintenance and horticulture including equipment such as tractors.
Please use Council's cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Applications Close: Monday 2 March 2026 at Midnight (AEST)