Gardeners x 3
- 2 x Permanent Full Time
- 1 x Fixed Term / Full Time (Until April 2026)
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- Pro Rata amount of $72,271 per annum ($36.57 / Hour) + Overtime (LGIA Stream B Level 4 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
- Location – Various
Your new role
Are you passionate about maintaining and enhancing green spaces? Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking a dedicated Gardener to join our Parks Operations teams.
In these roles, you will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of parks, open spaces, streetscapes, and sporting fields across the Rockhampton region. Your day-to-day duties will include mowing, whipper snipping, irrigation, tree and shrub planting, and the application of herbicides to ensure our community spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing. You will also conduct inspections to identify and address hazards, assist in park facility upkeep, and contribute to landscaping and garden rejuvenation projects.
These are hands-on roles that require the ability to operate horticultural machinery such as zero-turn mowers, chainsaws, and brush cutters. You'll also play a key part in ensuring safety standards are upheld, performing routine equipment maintenance, and supporting community events by preparing and enhancing outdoor spaces.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in creating well-presented public spaces, and have experience in horticulture, arboriculture, or parks maintenance, these roles are perfect for you!
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
- Knowledge and experience in horticulture and open space maintenance in public parks or gardens environment.
- Ability to safely operate and maintain small machinery including but not limited to tractors, mowers, brush cutters, chainsaws, blowers and other plant.
- A motivated, proactive, self-starter with a passion to deliver quality horticulture works.
- Someone who enjoys and is capable of physical and outdoor work.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
What you'll get in return
As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.
- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs
What you need to do next
To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:
- A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
- Your Current resume.
Application Criteria
As we have positions available in both Rockhampton and Gracemere locations, please also outline in your cover letter if you have a preference of location.
- Demonstrated work experience within a similar horticultural environment and passion to deliver quality work.
- Knowledge and experience with irrigation, safe operation of zero turn mowers, whipper snippers, blowers and adhering to WHS procedures.
- A strong team player that demonstrates positive attitude and can work independently.
Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.
Applications Close: Monday 26 January 2026 at Midnight (AEST)