$68,950 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-Time
Parks & Natural Areas, Infrastructure Operations & Delivery
Bundaberg Region

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
• Regular rostered days off
• Access to Fitness Passport
• 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

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About The Opportunity

Join our dedicated team and play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the beauty, safety, and functionality of our community’s outdoor spaces. This hands-on position supports the care and presentation of our parks, gardens, open spaces, cemeteries, reserves, beaches, foreshores, and streetscapes. You’ll contribute to creating welcoming and well-maintained environments that the community can enjoy, working as part of a team committed to delivering high-quality services that showcase and protect our region’s natural and built assets.

About You

• Appropriate licences, certificates and qualifications relating to parks and environment operation, maintenance and improvement ; a Certificate ll or higher in a Horticultural related field, a Chainsaw Ticket and Herbicide Operator Ticket (AC/DC) is desirable
• Possession of a current Construction lndustry General Safety lnduction is essential
• Very high level of experience in Parks Environment, Landscape and Horticultural activities, that may include labouring, gardening, cleaning, maintenance and repair, maintaining and pruning vegetation, grass and turf management, herbicide application, playscape maintenance, traffic control and signage set-out
• Very high level of experience operating relevant item/s of plant. Workplace Health and Safety Certificate of Competency for the relevant item/s of plant
• Possession of a current Class 'C' Drivers Licence is essential; Other classes of licence may be required for operation of some vehicles and plant and possession of a Special Vehicle endorsement - Class 'UD, and current classes 'MR' or 'HR' Drivers Licence would be an advantage.
• A sound knowledge of/or the ability to acquire sound knowledge of Part 3 of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Demonstrated very high level of experience in the operation and basic maintenance of relevant item/s of plant.
• Demonstrated very high level of ability to work effectively within a team environment under limited supervision ensuring that outcomes are achieved.
• Demonstrated very high level of good verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in using software programs, including Assetic, on tablets to activate and complete jobs

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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 [email protected] or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1361.

Applications close on Monday 25 August, 2025, at 11:30 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.