AddressAt City Parklands, a wholly owned subsidiary of Brisbane City Council, we are passionate about parks, public places and people and we deliver integrated place management for South Bank Parklands, Roma Street Parkland, Victoria Park/Barrambin and Anzac Square on behalf of Brisbane City Council and the Queensland Government. As the trusted custodians of these premier parklands, we acknowledge the responsibility to manage, enhance and enliven these beautiful places effectively and efficiently.
We are seeking a passionate Greenkeeper to join our Roma Street Parkland team in a full-time, permanent role.
The Greenkeeper’s main responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Undertake turf maintenance activities of a diverse manner to achieve the standards expected by City Parklands within required timelines.
- Carry out the appropriate programs of pest and nutrition management, lawn renovations and annual over-sowing programs as directed, using appropriate technology and application techniques.
- Operate and maintain specialised greenkeeping & horticultural motorised/commercial machinery and equipment as required.
- Monitor and assist in the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems; and
- Assist in setting up functions and events in the Parkland.
- Certificate in Greenkeeping (AQF level 3) Trade Qualification or equivalent competencies gained through structured training or experience.
- Drivers Licence;
- AC/DC spray licence, Chemical handling.
- Certificate in Irrigation is highly desirable but not required.
- Demonstrated experience in greenkeeping maintenance of high-quality lawns and turfed areas using specialised turf and greenkeeping equipment.
- Sound knowledge and experience in maintaining gardens and general horticultural work in maintaining parks and gardens.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing and applying horticultural chemicals using recommended application procedures, technology, and techniques.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Brisbane City Council, the benefits of working as a member of the City Parklands team include:
- Great working environment within the beautiful City Parklands of Brisbane.
- Uniforms and on-going training supplied by City Parklands.
- The option to increase your superannuation with salary sacrificing.
- 9-day fortnight
To apply, please submit your resume, including 2 referees and a brief (no more than one page) cover letter to *************@cityparklands.com.au.
Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of Australia and have the right to work in Australia. This role is subject to a pre-employment medical assessment.
