Cairns is more than just a beautiful city - it’s a lifestyle.
Surrounded by lush rainforests, with the Great Barrier Reef easily accessible, Cairns offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern living, making it the perfect destination to live and work.
Welcome to your new career!
We’re looking for a dedicated Ganger Inner City Gardens to take charge of our inner-city precinct, ensuring it’s maintained to the highest standards.
If you’re someone who thrives on teamwork, takes pride in their work, and has a knack for keeping things organised and running smoothly, this role is for you.
Why this role is for you:
- As a Ganger, you’ll supervise, lead, and motivate a team of skilled gardeners and labourers, ensuring every task is completed efficiently and effectively.
- You won’t just be organising and directing; you’ll be right there in the thick of it, working alongside your team to keep our precinct looking its best.
- Opportunity to provide outstanding customer service. You’ll liaise with the public and other council sections to ensure everyone’s needs are met.
- Conduct regular inspections, prioritise tasks, and ensure that every corner of the precinct, from park structures to playgrounds, meets our high standards.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Experience in supervising and motivating a team, with a focus on achieving the best results.
- Ability to plan and organise work efficiently, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and to budget.
- A keen eye for detail when conducting inspections and maintaining records.
- Commitment to adhering to workplace health and safety, environmental, and quality assurance requirements.
- A strong focus on solving problems and providing excellent service to the community.
Some benefits we offer:
- Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
- Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
- Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks personal leave
- Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
- Salary sacrifice opportunities
- Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
- Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
We are committed to:
- Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
- Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support
Now we want to hear about YOU!
Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.
Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
