About Us
At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you'll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.
Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia's fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature's palette can create.
What We Offer
* An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
* 9-day fortnight roster
* PPE supplied
* Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
* Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
* Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
* Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued
Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.
About The Opportunity
Your role as a Mower Operator/Labourer will focus of on being part of a multi-disciplined team that is capable of performing a wide range of maintenance, repair and improvement activities across parks and gardens in the Bundaberg Region.
A significant portion of your role will be to operate and maintain equipment, and machinery in accordance with Council's requirements and to manufacturer's instructions including large ride on mowers, forklifts, and hydraulic mobile platforms; and rigid motor vehicles that may exceed 15t GVM. You will operate various small mechanical plant, work with underground utilities and undertake manual handling and horticultural activities. Your ability to work effectively as a part of a team will be critical, as will your experience in a parks, landscaping or horticultural environment.
About You
* Have demonstrated qualifications for operating vehicles and maintaining vehicles and relevant item/s of plant; including possession of current Driver's Licence Class 'C' and LR Licence.
* Possess a current Construction Industry General Safety Induction Card.
* Exhibit demonstrated high level knowledge and experience in the maintenance and improvement of parks, streetscape, landscape and horticultural environments.
* Have demonstrated high ability to follow work practices, policies, procedures, instructions and guidelines with an ability to plan and work effectively within a team environment.
* Possess sound written and verbal communication skills to effectively liaise with Council staff and the general public.
* Physical capability to perform labouring tasks that may involve strenuous activity, repetitive actions and working in an outdoors environment exposed to natural elements.
* Have Workplace Health and Safety Certificate of Competency or similar for the relevant items of plant.
* Demonstrated high level of ability to understand and complete established forms and general reporting requirements relevant to the position.
* MR or HR licence would be highly regarded.
* A Certificate II or higher in a Horticultural related field, a Chainsaw Ticket and Herbicide Operator Ticket (AC/DC) will be highly regarded.
* Live and uphold Councils values and model a positive 'can do' approach to work.
What we offer
* An attractive remuneration salary with options for salary sacrifice, 17.5% leave loading.
* Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to enhance your career progression.
* Work within a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance and a friendly and supported team.
* An all-inclusive and diverse workplace culture where everyone feels valued.
To view the Position Description for this role, please click here.
The Selection Process
We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application online by clicking the "Apply" button. Please include:
1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the "About You" section (max. 2 pages).
For enquiries, please contact or Please quote job reference BDBRC1435.
Applications close on Friday 21 November 2025, at 11:59 pm AEST.
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.
Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.