Labourer - Parks

Are you passionate about working outdoors, contributing to your local community, and being part of a team that keeps our parks and open spaces looking their best?

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and reliable Labourer – Parks to join our team!

What You Will Do:

As a Labourer in our Parks and Open Spaces team, you will play a hands-on role in maintaining the natural beauty and functionality of our community spaces. From mowing and gardening to tree care and general upkeep, your work will help create safe, vibrant, and welcoming environments for residents and visitors alike.

What We Are Looking For:

• Hold a current Queensland Light Rigid (LR) drivers’ licence.
• Construction Industry General Safety Induction Qualification (White Card).
• Working in Proximity to Traffic – Awareness Part 1 & Part 2 or ability to obtain.
• Demonstrated ability and a physical capacity to undertake a variety of strenuous labouring tasks in a tropical
environment associated with horticultural landscape maintenance activities.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in the driving of trucks with trailers, the operation of small plant and the ability
to perform associated daily routine servicing and safety checks.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a small team environment, be a good team player, and possess a high level of
motivation whilst working independently with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a public environment with an emphasis on communication and providing
quality customer service.

This is your chance to be part of a passionate crew working to maintain and improve public parks, gardens, open spaces, and road verges. If you are hardworking, safety-focused, and environmentally aware, we would
love to hear from you!

Why Should You Join Cairns Regional Council?

• Work alongside a supportive team that values your contribution.
• Your work will directly enhance the beauty and safety of our public spaces.
• No two days are the same, with a mix of tasks to keep you engaged.

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• 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
• Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• 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:
Phone: (07) 4044 3310
Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council