Leading Hand (Streetscape Maintenance)

About us Ipswich 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. It is the state's fastest growing city and oldest provincial city. Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision: 'Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.' We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people. About the role As a Leading Hand (Streetscape Maintenance) you will be part of the Works and Field Services team and will be responsible for undertaking garden construction, planting, street scaping and maintenance of gardens and trees. Some of your key responsibilities will include: Planting and garden maintenance across the city Maintenance of small plant machinery and irrigation systems Prepare and apply chemicals View the position description for more details about the role. About you To be successful in this role you will have: Current Qld MR drivers' licence Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent experience General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) card Agricultural Chemicals Distribution (ACDC) Certificate. Sound knowledge of plants, planting techniques, plant pests, weeds and turn and its maintenance. Pre-employment checks: FIT Testing for respiratory protection equipment: workers must pass a respirator fit test before they first start wearing a tight-fitting respirator and at regular intervals during their employment. Workers must be clean-shaven or only have facial hair that doesn't interfere with the fitting surfaces and the valve of the respirator Medical (including drug and alcohol testing) About the benefits This is permanent full time position at level LGE Level 5-6 with a salary commencing at $65,696 plus superannuation of up to 12.5%. Become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance Ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities Employee health and wellbeing programs Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave, and other leave options A variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and more. Join us If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you. Please apply online and submit: a cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role a resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold Closing date: 25 April 2024 Please direct any related questions to ******. Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check. 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.