Job Description

About the role

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As Leading Hand (Trade Asset Services), you will be a key member of the Works and Field Services team, responsible for delivering skilled maintenance and minor construction works across a range of community assets.

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In this hands-on role you will lead by example to ensure parks, reserves, playgrounds, and associated infrastructure are maintained to high safety and quality standards. The team work a 4-day week (Mon to Thursday) - 6am to 4pm.

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Key Responsibilities:

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- Conduct inspections and reporting and maintenance of parks, reserves, and playgrounds.
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- Complete skilled maintenance of fencing, pathways, shelters, retaining walls, shade sails and outside furniture
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- Safely operate a range of plant and equipment, including a Kanga, Elevated Work Platform (EWP), and job truck.
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- Foster a safe working environment for staff and the community.
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- Assist in coordinating daily work activities and contribute to the delivery of high-quality maintenance outcomes.
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This role is ideal for a motivated trade qualified with experience in construction, landscaping, or playground maintenance who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining community spaces.

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View the position description for more details about the role.

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About you

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To be successful in this role you will have:

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- Current C Class Driver License
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- Current MR Drivers Licence would be an advantage.
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- Relevant trade certificate would be an advantage.
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- Construction Card
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- Ability to be agile, resilient, passionate, community focused, to adjust at short notice.
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- The ability to work in line with our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity,



efficiency and leadership
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About the benefits

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This is a permanent full-time role with a salary commencing at $75,146 (with the ability to progress in salary level upon completion of required competencies) plus 12.5% superannuation.

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- Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
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- Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more
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- Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
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- Work/Life balance: A supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
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- Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
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- Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
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- Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
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About us

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Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage,



proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state's fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.

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Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

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'Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'

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We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

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Join us

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If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

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Closing date: 11 August 2026

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Please direct any related questions to [email protected].

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Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.

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Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.

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📌 Leading Hand (Trade Asset Services) (Ipswich)
🏢 Ipswich City Council
📍 Ipswich