Overview
Why work with us? At Council, we're proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you'll want to join our team!
With the vision to be Australia's most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About The Role
Join our Parks & Gardens team and help keep the Sunshine Coast's open spaces vibrant, safe and thriving. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for the care, management and operation of public parks, natural areas and recreational spaces, helping preserve natural landscapes while supporting both active and passive recreation across the region.
You'll also take a key role in operating plant and equipment to deliver efficient day-to-day maintenance across parks, roadside vegetation and landscape improvement activities making a visible impact in the community every single day.
Operate a Range Of Plant And Equipment
* Pneumatic-tyred tractor without powered attachments
* Pneumatic-tyred tractor with powered attachments up to 110 kW
* Apply pesticides, fertilisers and other treatments safely as part of planned maintenance.
* Support upgrades and rejuvenation of high-profile parks by suggesting practical improvement solutions.
* Champion safety and environmental standards — follow procedures, report hazards, and maintain equipment and PPE correctly.
* Step up as a Leading Hand when required, guiding others and sharing on-the-job knowledge.
* Complete daily documentation accurately (timesheets, logbooks, incident reports) and keep supervisors informed.
* Work collaboratively in a high-performing team, delivering excellent customer service and quality results.
About You
You're someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining high-quality public spaces, and brings a strong commitment to safety, teamwork and hands-on work. You will possess:
* White Card (CPCCOHS1001A – Work Safely in the Construction Industry).
* Current Class C driver's licence and LR licence
* Certificate III in Horticulture or relevant hands-on experience.
* Relevant plant licences for the machinery used in the role (e.g., tractors and associated equipment).
* A high level of physical fitness, including the strength and agility to perform labouring duties and frequent heavy lifting and bending.
* Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits which include but are not limited to:
* 9-day fortnight - to support your enjoyment of the lifestyle benefits Sunshine Coast has to offer.
* Pay you 17.5% loading when taking annual leave (4 weeks entitlement per year)
* Development opportunities through corporate learning and development programs
How To Apply
Your written application should include:
* A 1-page cover letter expressing your interest and summarising your suitability for the role with reference to the Position Profile;
* A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click 'Apply Now' and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website. To learn more about Council's vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030. For specific enquiries contact Jon Presswell during business hours on 0418 711 052.
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team joinusnow@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
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