Labourer – Parks and Gardens

POSITION OBJECTIVE

To assist the Supervisor, Parks and Gardens in providing a timely and effective garden maintenance service to the community’s parks and gardens.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated experience in an equivalent role or similar.
• Sound literacy and numeracy skills necessary to maintain servicing records and completion of timesheets and other relevant documentation.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety practices.
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills and the ability to work well within a team environment and with minimal or no supervision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the following areas and includes but is not limited to:

• Undertake all labouring and manual handling functions of the role as directed by the Leading Hand/Supervisor.
• Maintain gardens and parks within the community.
• Carry out maintenance of easements and reserves.
• Undertake street cleaning duties.
• Undertake general maintenance duties.
• Provide and maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Actively contribute to the team and promote best practice.
• Maintain professional standards and integrity.
• Contribute to the promotion of the image of Council and the maximisation of good public relations.
• You are required to follow any other lawful and reasonable directives provided by your Supervisor or more senior officer.

Out of ordinary hours work may be required. Council reserves the right to change these duties at any time.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!

HOW TO APPLY

What to include in your application:

To assess your suitability, please provide the following information:

• Write a maximum of 2 pages on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities meet the position requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years.

Submitting your application:

• Submit online at: https://www.mountisa.qld.gov.au/current-vacancies; or
• Email Human Resources on hr@mountisa.qld.gov.au
• Both word and PDF are accepted file formats.

Please note that:

• Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.
• Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
• Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.