Field Worker A

7 months ago


Ipswich, Australia Ipswich City Council Full time

**About us**

Neighbouring the Queensland capital of Brisbane, Ipswich is both the state’s fastest growing area and oldest provincial city. It 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.

Ipswich City Council currently employs more than 1200 people and promotes a work place culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership. Council teams operate across a range of industries delivering a wide range of services to the community, with one common purpose:
**_‘To proudly enhance the quality of life for our community'_**

We achieve this by embedding our values in all that we do. Our high performing teams are making a positive difference in the community and you can be a part of history in shaping the future of this region, which is a catalyst for major growth.

**About the role**

The Works and Field Services Branch are seeking expressions of interests to join our **Parks and Sports, Streetscape and Arboriculture Teams**, undertaking scheduled and reactive maintenance, capital projects and ongoing improvements in our green spaces across the city.

General duties may include but are not limited to; mowing, brush cutting, planting, pruning, spraying herbicides, removing green waste and operating small plant and equipment.

As part of the team, you will also be required to
- Provide excellent customer services for internal and external stakeholders
- Facilitating in development workshops and team planning
- Demonstrate high quality and standards of work
- Hold a current C Class licence or higher
- Have relevant qualifications or experience in horticulture

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have
- An excellent fit with our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership
- A desire to constantly improve and upskill
- Relevant experience working in a Horticulture or Arboriculture role
- A sense of pride in your work and for the community
- The ability to be resilient, and agile in a fast paced, ever changing work environment

Applicants may be required to be immunised against Q Fever or Tetanus, dependant on the role

Applicants may be required to undertake respiratory fit testing. (You will be required to be clean shaven for this test)

A pre-employment medical is required for these roles (including a drug and alcohol test)

**To view the full position descriptions please click on the position below.**

Field Worker A (Open Space)

Field Worker B (Open Space)

Field Worker B (Spider Mower)

Field Worker

Field Worker (Streetscape Maintenance)

Field Worker (Arboriculture)

Field Worker A (Sports Maintenance)

Field Worker B (Sports Maintenance)

**What's on offer?**

By submitting your expression of interest, you may be considered for all upcoming Permanent, Temporary and Casual roles in the Field Services section when they become available and where your skills and qualifiations are deemed suitable. Please view position descriptions
- Joining Council as a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive and constructive workplace culture
- Genuine demonstrated commitment to flexible work
- Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- Ongoing learning and development and career opportunities
- A range of progressive health and wellbeing services
- A 9 Day fortnight
- Uniforms, PPE and tools provided

If you feel you are a good fit with our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

**How to Apply**

Please submit:

- a cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how and why your skills and experience will assist Council to achieve the results required for this role
- a resume of no more than 4 pages

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position (which may include police record checks).

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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