Labourer (Parks and Recreation) (Dalby)

2 days ago

Dalby, Australia Western Downs Regional Council Full time

**Labourer (Parks and Recreation) (Dalby)**:
Reference Number: 1139

Closing Date: 24-10-2024

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Dalby Parks & Recreation Bunya Street Depot

**About the Opportunity**

Council is seeking experienced Labourers to join their Parks and Recreation team, who will undertake of a range of horticultural duties as directed including the maintenance of Council’s park assets and the operation of horticultural plant and equipment.

**This position is based in Dalby.**

Reporting to the Parks and Recreation Supervisor, you will:

- Operate of a range of horticultural plant and equipment in Councils parks, gardens and cemeteries;
- Assist in carrying out programmed and reactive maintenance on a range of built assets and infrastructure;
- Demonstrate a commitment to Work Health and Safety standards including hazard identification and reporting;
- Complete allocated tasks consistently within agreed time frames; and
- Assist with burial operations at the Cemetery and other duties as required.

**About yourself**

The successful applicant will have:

- Demonstrated ability to operate relevant horticultural plant/and or equipment including ride on mowers and brush cutters;
- Demonstrated competence/experience in amenity horticulture;
- A current Queensland C Class Licence. “MR” licence (Preferred or willing to obtain); and
- An OH&S Construction Safety Induction White Card.

**The benefits working for WDRC**:
**_ Work / life balance_**

Enjoy quality time with a 9 day fortnight.

**_ Access to Corporate Health Plan_**

Take care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life.

**_ Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support_**

Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas. Be your best possible self with provided support and information.

**_ Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling_**

Reach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems.

**_ Salary Packaging Available_**

Restructure your salary to work for you to pay for everyday living expenses such as Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity.

**_ Allowances Available (if applicable)_**

Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable to your position.

**_ Job security in a local government position_**

Feel secure working for an organisation who believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability and leadership.

Living & Working in the Western Downs:
Experience Western Downs

If you are looking for a new challenge and want to play a key role in supporting the parks and recreation beautification of the Western Downs region, this role is for you. **TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.**

**Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Thursday 24 October 2024.**

**Additional Information**

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

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