+ annualised allowance of $2,789
+ 9-day fortnight
Team Leader - Parks Maintenance Open Space & Environment Permanent Full Time Howard Operations Level 6 - $76,488 plus superannuation
+ annualised allowance of $2,789
+ 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to lead a field-based Parks Maintenance team delivering scheduled and reactive horticultural maintenance across parks, reserves, gardens and open spaces throughout the Fraser Coast region. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for coordinating daily operations, maintaining service standards, supporting a positive team culture and ensuring safe, efficient and customer-focused delivery of works.
What your day will look like:
Lead and coordinate scheduled and reactive parks maintenance activities
Allocate work, coach staff and support team performance and development
Ensure compliance with WHS requirements, risk controls and safe work practices
Provide technical guidance on horticultural maintenance, machinery and site issues
Coordinate plant, equipment, materials and contractors to maximise efficiency
Manage customer requests and maintain accurate records through Council systems
What you'll need for success:
Current Queensland MR Driver Licence
Current AC/DC Chemical Distribution Licence
Current General Construction Induction (White Card)
Demonstrated experience leading a field-based operational team
Proven experience delivering horticultural maintenance programs to required standards and timeframes
Strong knowledge of WHS requirements, risk management and safe work practices




Well-developed communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, contractors and internal stakeholders
Ability to use mobile devices and works management systems to record work activities, timesheets and customer requests
What's nice to have:
Certificate III in Horticulture or a related open space discipline
First Aid Certificate
Playground Inspection Certification
We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach. We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in ****, as well as winning the LGMA **** Excellence in Innovation award.
What we Offer:
Values based culture
Employee discount shopping program
Professional development
Flexible working arrangements including work from home
Study assistance program
Novated leasing
24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid emergency services leave
Uniform subsidy
Years of service rewards
Applications close 11pm on Thursday 15 October **** - subject to change pending qualified applications received. A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required. For further details please contact Marshall Nuttall, Executive Manager Open Space & Setting on ************. Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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