Requisition Number: 998
Salary Range: $63,404.45 per annum plus applicable allowances
Position Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: 251-260 Severin Street, Parramatta Park
Application Close Date: Sunday 15th February 2026 at 11.30pm AEST
We’re looking for a motivated and practical Labourer to help deliver a high standard of maintenance across Council venues and precincts, ensuring safe, well-presented spaces for our community to enjoy.
What we’re looking for
Essential
Formal qualifications relevant to the role, or demonstrated experience in turf management, maintenance or a similar field
A current C Class and Medium Rigid (MR) Driver’s Licence (or the ability to obtain), with the capacity to travel independently between work locations
Knowledge of professional turf industry standards, procedures and practices
Demonstrated experience maintaining and operating automated and high-pressure irrigation systems
A flexible, can-do attitude with the capacity to undertake manual and varied duties
Strong work ethic, self-motivation and the ability to work with limited supervision
A commitment to teamwork and providing excellent customer service
Desirable
Relevant licences and experience operating specialist turf equipment (e.g. tractor, bobcat)
Forklift licence
What you’ll be doing
In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining Council venues and surrounding areas to a high standard. Your duties will include:
Undertaking specialised turf management and general civil maintenance tasks
Operating and maintaining irrigation systems, plant and equipment
Maintaining venues and surrounds in a safe, clean and tidy condition
Monitoring, identifying and reporting defects or issues in a timely manner
Assisting with event and function set-ups as required
Completing general cleaning and maintenance duties
Accurately capturing work information in Council systems in line with recordkeeping requirements
Providing friendly, solutions-focused customer service to internal and external stakeholders
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]
Yearly based
Spence Street, Cairns City, Queensland
Spence Street, Cairns City, Queensland
