Parks and Gardens Leading Hand

Parks and Gardens Leading Hand

Council is seeking to appoint a permanent full time Parks and Gardens Leading Hand to contribute to Council’s success.

• 9-day fortnight
• Monday to Friday – finishing at 3.00pm
• Located in Gladstone

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to support Council’s direction by leading a small team whilst still undertaking a wide range of maintenance in horticulture, landscape, arboriculture, mowing, playgrounds, public amenities, litter collection, infrastructure and plant operation as part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for the maintenance of Council’s parks, reserves and urban streetscapes in accordance to Council’s priorities and standards.

You will bring: 

1. Certificate III in Horticulture, Landscape Construction, Horticulture Landscape or related qualification and/or experience leading work teams.
2. Demonstrated skills and experience in planning, prioritising and organising work activities for self and team.
3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
4. Effective communication (oral and written) skills and experience in liaising with employees, management and customers.
5. Proficient skills and experience using technical devices. 
6. Experience and competency operating under a current Medium Rigid (MR) licence.

Why work for GRC?

The Gladstone Region is a dynamic Central Queensland coastal region that provides an enviable lifestyle and economic stability for more than 63,000 residents. Gladstone Regional Council is committed to a dynamic, proud and diverse future for the Gladstone Region that focuses on working together to balance our region’s lifestyle and opportunity. Our success is built on a foundation of safe, engaged, high performing talent and teams and a values-based culture centred around our SERVICE principles.

• We are fortunate to live in an attractive, growing region and proud to provide opportunity for personal growth and career development for our employees. 
• We offer opportunities to grow your career within a progressive local government organisation and work in a high performing team that values your contribution. 
• You will be rewarded with a competitive salary including generous superannuation and a flexible roster that supports a generous work-life balance. 
• We offer a range of employee benefits including free physiotherapy, support services and discounted health cover and fitness memberships. 

Please be advised that the preferred candidate for this position, as a condition of employment, may be required to complete a criminal history check, a pre-employment medical or a skills assessment. 

Council is committed to connecting with the Gladstone Regional community which values diversity and inclusion and encourages you to bring your whole self to work.  First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date

12 noon Monday 22 April 2024.