Multiple Opportunities – Parks Plant Operators & Horticulturists
Open Space and Environment
Permanent Full Time
Maryborough
Horticulturist - Parks Maintenance
Stream B Level 5 - $71,041 plus superannuation
+ annualised allowance of $2682+ 9-day fortnight
Plant Operator – Parks Maintenance – (mower operations focus)
Stream B Level 4 - $69,746 plus superannuation
+ annualised allowance of $2682+ 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for and why join our parks maintenance team
It’s an exciting time to join our Maryborough based parks team. We’re entering a new phase of growth and improvement, with a strong focus on safety, service excellence, and the adoption of modern tools and technology to support how we work.
We’re Looking For Horticulturists And Plant Operators, Team Leaders To Be a Part Of This Next Chapter. These Offer The Opportunity To
Use modern parks equipment as part of a coordinated crew, with Team Leaders working alongside you and using mobile apps to guide daily tasks and deliver prescribed maintenance programs within a category and territory based approach. Work with strong safety practices and reliable digital systems, helping your team stay aligned and produce consistent, high‑quality results across parks and open spaces.Use GIS mapping, field apps, and the TechOne platform to access work orders, record activity, navigate assets, and support accurate, real‑time delivery of maintenance programs across your assigned area.Grow your skills through real development opportunities, supported by experienced Team Leaders and a team culture that encourages learning and progression in parks maintenance.
Council is committed to supporting its people - through ongoing professional development, well-maintained equipment, and a strong focus on working safely and sustainably. If you’re motivated by delivering quality outcomes and taking pride in public spaces, this is a place where your work genuinely matters.
If you have experience in open space environments - whether in specialist horticulture or plant operation - and you’re looking to build a long term career in local government, we’d love to hear from you.
Please click here to view the full position description for Horticulturist - Parks Maintenance
Please click here to view the full position description for Plant Operator - Parks Maintenance
What You’ll Need For Success
Certificate III in horticulture or similar and/or equivalent relevant experienceExperience operating parks specific equipment including mowers, trimmers, blowers and other grounds-maintenance machinery to ensure safe, high quality upkeep of parks and open spacesExperience using digital and mapping tools to assist your workA strong commitment to workplace health and safetyMR licence, or the ability to obtainConstruction White Card
Benefits Of Working With Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What We Offer
Values based cultureEmployee discount shopping programProfessional developmentFlexible working arrangements including work from homeStudy assistance programNovated leasing24/7 access to Employee Assistance ProgramPaid maternity and paternity leavePaid emergency services leaveUniform subsidyYears of service rewards
Apply Now
Applications close 11pm on Monday 23rd March 2026
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Dario De Simone, Coordinator Parks South, on
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.