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OverviewDue to an important system upgrade, our recruitment system will be temporarily unavailable from 5.00pm 31 October to 9.00am 3 November (AEST). During this time applications cannot be submitted. Applications can be submitted on 3 November after 9.00am (AEST).Requisition Number:Salary Range: $57,300.43 per annum plus applicable allowancesPosition Type: Full Time PermanentLocation: Various LocationsApplication Close Date: Sunday, 9 November 2025 at 11.30pm AESTLove the outdoors? Want to make a real impact in your communitys parks and green spaces?We have an exciting opportunity for 5 x Labourer Parks to join our team! What You Will DoAs a Labourer Parks / Labourer Landscape Services, you will play a key role in the upkeep and improvement of landscaped gardens, lawns, public parks, open spaces, and roadside verges. Your day-to-day tasks will include gardening, mowing, snipping, tree maintenance, and operating small plant machinery and vehicles. You will work to a scheduled program, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.Your commitment to working in an environmentally sensitive way will help preserve the natural beauty of our communitys green spaces, while your focus on productivity and quality ensures these areas remain welcoming and safe for all visitors. Additionally, you will interact with the public and other Council staff, providing excellent customer service and helping to resolve any issues that arise. What We Are Looking ForHold a current Queensland Light Rigid (LR) drivers licence with the ability to independently drive between business locations to meet operational needs.Construction Industry General Safety Induction Qualification (White Card).Working in Proximity to Traffic Awareness Part 1 & Part 2 or ability to obtain.Demonstrated ability and a physical capacity to undertake a variety of strenuous labouring tasks in a tropical environment associated with horticultural landscape maintenance activities.Demonstrated skills and experience in the driving of trucks with trailers, the operation of small plant and the ability to perform associated daily routine servicing and safety checks.Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a public environment with an emphasis on communication and providing quality customer service. Some benefits we offerAchieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangementsFitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leaveUp to 3 weeks personal leaveCherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leaveGrow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunitiesSalary sacrifice opportunities We are committed toFostering a collaborative and inclusive work environmentEmbracing innovation and continuous improvementCultivating 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. Contact and additional informationCouncils Recruitment Team can be contacted via:Salary match Number of applicants Skills matchThe Cairns Regional Council local government area encompasses 1687 km2 of land on a narrow coastal strip between the Great Dividing Range and the Coral Sea. It extends from the Eubenangee Swamp (near Mirriwinni) in the south to the Macalister Range (near Ellis Beach) in the north.The region is part of Australia''s Wet Tropics and is framed by the lush World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest to the west and the Coral Sea and World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to the east. These attributes make the region a world renowned tourist destination.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website. #J-18808-Ljbffr