Seasonal Gardeners x3

Seasonal Gardeners

• Fixed Term (6 months - October 2026 until March 2027) / Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• Pro Rata amount of $76,114 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 4 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
• Location – Various

Your new role 

Are you passionate about horticulture, arboriculture, or gardening and love working outdoors?

Rockhampton Regional Council is looking for enthusiastic and safety-conscious Gardeners to join our Open Spaces and Recreation team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. With three positions available across our teams, this is your opportunity to make a visible impact in your community.

In this hands on role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the region’s parks, gardens and open spaces. From mowing and planting to irrigation and pest control, your work will help keep our public spaces vibrant, safe, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike.

You’ll bring a strong understanding of labouring and horticultural practices, a commitment to safe work procedures and the ability to operate and maintain a range of plant and equipment.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Ability to hold and maintain a C Class Driver Licence (Minimum Provisional) and Construction White Card or ability to obtain (Mandatory)
• Ability to safely operate mowers, brush cutters, chain saws and blowers
• A motivated, proactive, self-starter with a passion to deliver quality horticulture works
• Excellent communication, teamwork and customer service skills
• Someone who enjoys and is capable of physical outdoor work
• MR Truck licence desirable

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture
• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs 

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume. 

Application Criteria

• Outline why you are interested in this position and what skills and experience you have that makes you suitable for the role.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely in outdoor environments and follow WHS procedures.
• A strong team player that demonstrates positive attitude and can also work independently. 

Please use Council’s and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 24 August 2026 at Midnight (AEST)