Plant Operator / Labourer – Local Government

Plant Operator / Labourer – Local Government (Parks & Open Spaces)

Calling all Plant Operators and Labourers! A Local Government Council is seeking an experienced Plant Operator / Labourer to join their Parks & Open Spaces team based in Emu Park. You’ll play a key role in maintaining parks, gardens, and public spaces that the community enjoys every day. If you’re safety-focused, hands-on, and enjoy working outdoors as part of a supportive team, this could be the role for you!

• $43.76 + hourly rate + Super
• Monday to Friday (6:00am – 3:00pm) – Full Time Hours
• Emu Park Location – Work Close to Home!
• Immediate Start Available
• Great Team & Positive Council Culture

A Day in the Life

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Operating Council plant including tractor/slashers, street sweepers, side arms, and water trucks
• Maintenance of parks, gardens, and open spaces including mowing, spraying, pruning, irrigation, and landscaping
• Undertaking specialised gardening and general labouring tasks
• Pest and disease control within the scope of training and certification
• Assisting with site preparation, clean-up, and horticultural/arboricultural projects
• Conducting visual inspections of park facilities and reporting defects

The Ideal Candidate

You will ideally bring:

• Certificate III in Horticulture and/or relevant experience as a Plant Operator/Labourer
• Current Medium Rigid (MR) Driver Licence
• Construction Industry White Card
• Demonstrated experience operating plant and machinery
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physical work
• First Aid Certificate (desirable)
• Queensland Traffic Controller Licence (desirable)

About Us

Join a community-focused Local Government organisation committed to maintaining high-quality parks, gardens, and public spaces for residents and visitors. You’ll be supported by a positive team culture, strong safety focus, and the opportunity to build a stable career within Council.

If you’re ready to get stuck in and make a visible difference in your local community, apply now!