Horticulturist

• Full Time | 9 Day Fortnight | 36 hours
• $2,491.72 - $2,725.44 per fortnight excluding applicable allowances plus superannuation

About the team

Open Space Maintenance’s role is to provide maintenance services to ensure that parks and recreational facilities are maintained to a high standard and meet agreed levels of service with the Asset Custodians via Partnering Agreements. These maintenance operations are achieved through Area Coordinators, including the planning and implementation of maintenance programs for streetscapes, parklands, sporting fields, and roadsides. We also provide professional advice to various customers on the construction and maintenance of park infrastructure, open space areas and roadsides.

About the role 

Based at the Pimpama Depot, you will work as part of a team responsible for maintaining and enhancing parks, landscaped and recreational spaces within the City’s open space regions and road network.

• Planting, pruning, mulching, hedging, removing green waste, spraying herbicides/weed removal and operating equipment such as leaf blowers, chainsaws, and pole saws. 
• Demonstrate behaviours that contribute to a positive and successful team.
• Follow established work practices and consistently deliver high quality work.

The successful applicants will be appointed at the appropriate level based on qualifications, skills and experience between Level 2 and Level 7 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award - Operational. 

We’re looking for people who have: 

• Cert II in Horticulture / Conservation & Landcare Management / Arboriculture or related discipline, OR a minimum of 1 year industry experience
• MR Class Drivers Licence (Unrestricted) (Mandatory) - HR Class Drivers Licence is highly regarded
• General Construction Induction Card (White) (Mandatory)
• Be a team player with strong communication skills
• A high level of motivation and initiative, with the ability to work unsupervised
• The ability to work productively in a team environment and foster good relationships with other team members
• Sound physical health to satisfactorily perform the physically demanding duties of the position

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future 

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.  

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:   

• 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!  
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family  
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family  
• A stable working environment with job security    
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment  
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided  
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority  
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay   
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals   

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.  

How to apply

To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person    Alexandra McNulty

Contact Email      ********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au  

Closing Date        Sunday, 16 August 2026 at 11:59pm AEDT   

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.  

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.