(recruiting for multiple positions)
Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team !
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Connected. Liveable. Thriving , our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.
About the Role
The Parks & Gardens Branch is responsible for the care, management and operation of Sunshine Coast Council’s extensive network of public open spaces, parks, recreational areas and landscaped environments. Working across some of the region’s most valued community assets, the branch helps preserve natural features, enhance liveability and create high-quality outdoor spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.
As a Skilled Park Worker, you will undertake specialised plant operation and parks maintenance activities that support the efficient day-to-day delivery of parks, natural area, roadside vegetation and landscape improvement programs. This hands-on role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to make a visible impact on the presentation, safety and sustainability of the Sunshine Coast’s public spaces while working as part of a high-performing team.
- Operate and maintain tractors, powered attachments and other approved plant and equipment to support parks and landscape maintenance.
- Apply pesticides, fertilisers, fungicides and other treatments in accordance with maintenance programs and safe work procedures.
- Contribute to the renovation and redevelopment of high-profile parks and public open spaces.
- Provide on-the-job coaching and leading hand support while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
About you
You bring a Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent practical experience, along with a genuine passion for maintaining high-quality parks, landscapes and community spaces.
You have experience operating a range of plant and turf maintenance equipment, supported by relevant plant licences and a strong understanding of efficient parks operations.
You are a collaborative team player who can work with limited supervision, communicate effectively and support others through on-the-job coaching and knowledge sharing.
You prioritise safety, understand risk management principles and take pride in delivering quality work while contributing to a positive and high-performing workplace culture.
Pre-Employment Medical Required
Essential to your success is physical agility and the level of fitness, strength and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting & bending. As such, appointment to this position is subject to completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse , healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits which include but are not limited to:
- 9-day fortnight - to support your enjoyment of the lifestyle benefits Sunshine Coast has to offer.
- Pay you 17.5% loading when taking annual leave (4 weeks entitlement per year)
- Development opportunities through corporate learning and development programs
How to apply
Your written application should include:
- a 1-page cover letter expressing your interest and summarising your suitability for the role with reference to the Position Profile ;
- A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Recruitment Process
The recruitment process for the multiple positions currently available includes an Assessment Centre as part of the selection process. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a group interview and assessment activities scheduled for Tuesday, 15 September 2026.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030 .
For specific enquiries contact Jonathon Presswell during business hours on 0418 711 052 or Jie Wells on 0439 780 114.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
