Parks Maintenance Officer

Join a parks maintenance team working Monday to Friday. Enjoy outdoor work, $37.32/hr + penalties
Your new company

Our client is a well-established organisation responsible for maintaining local parks, gardens and open spaces. With a strong focus on safety, presentation and community service, they are seeking an experienced Parks Maintenance Officer to help keep public spaces safe, attractive and well maintained.

Your new role

As a Parks Maintenance Officer, you will undertake gardening, landscaping and general maintenance activities across parks and community spaces. Working Monday to Friday from 6:30am to 3:30pm, you will operate horticultural plant and equipment, inspect park infrastructure and assist with scheduled maintenance projects.
Your duties will include:

• Operating mowers and other horticultural plant
• Completing basic gardening and landscaping tasks
• Inspecting footpaths, gardens, playground equipment and seating
• Cleaning, maintaining and repairing park infrastructure
• Operating and maintaining small plant and power tools
• Completing amenities and infrastructure cleaning
• Recording completed work and submitting maintenance requests
• Maintaining safe, clean and well-presented public spaces

What you'll need to succeed

• General Construction Induction Card
• Current QLD C Class Driver's Licence or interstate equivalent
• Current MR Driver's Licence
• Experience operating and maintaining small plant and power tools
• Ability to operate an OutFront mower, tri-wing mower or similar machinery
• Previous parks maintenance, landscaping, gardening or labouring experience
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to complete accurate maintenance records
• Chainsaw, pole saw, ACDC and AQF3 qualifications are highly regarded

What you'll get in return

You'll receive $37.32 per hour plus penalties, working consistent hours from 6:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy hands-on outdoor work while contributing to the maintenance and presentation of local parks and community spaces.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the"apply now" button. Please ensure you submit an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please contact Zoe Ingram on (07) 4960 1128.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.