Fraser Coast Regional Council – Howard QLD
+ annualised allowance of $2,789
+ 9-day fortnight
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most significant asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking an experienced Horticulturist to help maintain and enhance Council's parks, gardens and open spaces.
Working within the Parks Maintenance team, you will provide specialist horticultural expertise and undertake hands‐on maintenance activities that contribute to the presentation, health and sustainability of the region's open spaces.
You will support the Team Leader with the planning and delivery of maintenance programs while helping achieve high‐quality service outcomes for the community.
What your day will look like:
Deliver scheduled and reactive horticultural maintenance across parks and open spaces
Undertake specialist horticultural activities including planting, pruning and turf management
Provide technical advice and support to team members on horticultural best practice
Assist with planning and refining maintenance programs to improve service delivery
Operate plant, equipment and vehicles in accordance with Council requirements
Accurately record completed works using Council's mobile works management systems
What you'll need for success:
Current Queensland MR Driver Licence
AC/DC Chemical Distribution Licence
General Construction Induction (White Card)
Certificate III in Horticulture (AQF Level 3) or related open space discipline
Demonstrated experience delivering horticultural maintenance in parks, gardens or open space environments
Experience in turf management, irrigation, planting, pruning and pest and disease management
Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to team outcomes
Sound understanding of WHS, environmental and risk management requirements
Well‐developed communication skills and ability to provide technical horticultural advice
What's nice to have:
First Aid Certificate
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
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 Tuesday 17 November **** - subject to change pending qualified applications received.
Horticulturist – Parks Maintenance
Open Space & Environment
Permanent Fullt Time
Howard
Operations Level 5 - $74,161 plus superannuation
Fraser Coast Regional Council – Howard QLD
+ 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 Horticulturist to help maintain and enhance Council's parks, gardens and open spaces.
Working within the Parks Maintenance team, you will provide specialist horticultural expertise and undertake hands‐on maintenance activities that contribute to the presentation, health and sustainability of the region's open spaces.
You will support the Team Leader with the planning and delivery of maintenance programs while helping achieve high‐quality service outcomes for the community.
What your day will look like:
Deliver scheduled and reactive horticultural maintenance across parks and open spaces
Undertake specialist horticultural activities including planting, pruning and turf management




Provide technical advice and support to team members on horticultural best practiceAssist with planning and refining maintenance programs to improve service delivery
Operate plant, equipment and vehicles in accordance with Council requirements
Accurately record completed works using Council's mobile works management systems
What you'll need for success:
Current Queensland MR Driver Licence
AC/DC Chemical Distribution Licence
General Construction Induction (White Card)
Certificate III in Horticulture (AQF Level 3) or related open space discipline
Demonstrated experience delivering horticultural maintenance in parks, gardens or open space environments
Experience in turf management, irrigation, planting, pruning and pest and disease management
Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to team outcomes
Sound understanding of WHS, environmental and risk management requirements
Well‐developed communication skills and ability to provide technical horticultural advice
What's nice to have:
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 Tuesday 17 November ****.
Horticulturist – Parks Maintenance
Open Space & Environment
Permanent Fullt Time
Howard
Operations Level 5 - $74,161 plus superannuation
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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📌 Horticulturist - Parks Maintenance (Queensland)
🏢 Fraser Coast Regional Council
📍 Queensland