Labourer – Parks

Requisition Number: 1030

Salary Range: $62,571.99 per annum plus applicable allowances

Position Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: 65-77 Foster Road, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday 8th March 2026 at 11.30pm AEST

Join our Parks and Open Spaces team and play a hands‑on role in maintaining the gardens, parks, lawns and natural environments our community enjoys every day. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys outdoor work, takes pride in high‑quality results and thrives in a team environment.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a motivated and reliable team member with the physical capacity to undertake a variety of labouring and horticultural maintenance tasks in a tropical environment. You’ll bring experience operating small plant and equipment, driving trucks with trailers, and carrying out routine servicing and safety checks. A strong understanding of Workplace Health and Safety, Environmental considerations and quality customer service is essential. You will also be someone who works well in a small team, communicates clearly with the public, and can work independently with limited supervision. Required qualifications include a current Queensland LR licence, White Card, and Working in Proximity to Traffic (Parts 1 & 2 or ability to obtain). Additional skills or licences, such as MR licence, ACDC, chainsaw certification or experience in horticulture are highly regarded.

What you’ll be doing

Maintaining landscaped gardens, lawns, public parks, open spaces and roadside areas in line with scheduled work programs

Carrying out mowing, gardening, labouring and tree maintenance tasks in an environmentally sensitive manner

Operating small plant, equipment and vehicles safely, including conducting daily checks and routine servicing

Providing friendly and professional customer service when interacting with community members

Communicating and working effectively with your immediate team and other Council departments

Participating in training, workshops and development opportunities

Ensuring accurate recordkeeping within Council systems

Undertaking other duties as required to support Parks and Open Spaces operations

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave

Up to 3 weeks personal leave

Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: [email protected]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council