Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council

Gardener (Bushland Management)

The Package: $1,190.13 - $1,315.04 gross per week + 11% super. (Evaluated as Grade 6 of the QPRC Salary System 2023) and guaranteed increases of 3.5% in 2024-25 and 3% in 2025-26, plus potential performance-based progression.

Full-time – 38 hours per week. 9-day fortnight conditions will apply.

Are you looking to grow passion for gardening or as a Gardener with the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council? An enticing opportunity awaits within our urban landscapes team, offering you the chance to enhance your skills and contribute to our vibrant local community.

In this role you will:

• Carry out day-to-day operations of bushland management in order to improve, restore and maintain natural assets.
• Use mowers, flails, spray units as well as small plant; snippers and brush cutters.
• Be involved with minor parks and construction maintenance.
• Drive/operate, maintain and service Council’s plant.
• Aid in the revegetation and restoration of QPRC’s natural assets, including experience interacting with the public, including engagement with volunteers.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management (or equivalent) and experience in a similar role.
• Possess a NSW General Construction Induction Card
• Able to communicate effectively both oral and written form.
• Posses and maintain a current class C Drivers licence.
• Constructively contribute to organisational and team outcomes.

Working with us: The successful candidate will be able to take advantage of the numerous professional development and training courses Council offers to staff. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to observe the output of their work within their local community. QPRC boasts an inclusive, diverse, and supportive working environment with numerous health and wellbeing programs available.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please contact:

Sean Kaden

Coordinator, CBD and Horticulture

(02) 6285 6134

Closing date: 9:00am Monday 20 May 2024