3 X Horticulturist Positions
FULL TIME
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES

The Scenic Rim is a region of opportunity surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks and is well renowned for its breathtaking scenery, agricultural and tourism industries, whilst situated close to the major centres of Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba, and the Gold Coast.

At Scenic Rim Regional Council, we deliver community services and infrastructure to the region's population of approximately 50,000. With a diverse team exceeding 470 employees, we are committed to shaping a progressive future for our community through collaboration, integration, and innovation. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, and a workplace underpinned by shared ethos and values.

About this opportunity
Council currently have opportunities for experienced horticulturists to join our Parks Team and provide support with the maintenance of our parks, public open spaces, gardens, streetscapes, cemeteries and the operation of Council's nursery.
There are two positions that are based at our Boonah Depot and one position is based at our Tamborine Mountain Depot, although all Parks Team members may be required to travel to and start work from any of Council's depots.

Essential skills and qualifications

• A good attitude and the ability to work well with others and contribute to a great team culture.
• General Construction Induction Training (GCIT) card / White Card
• Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent competencies gained through structured training or relevant practical experience. 
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle under a C and MR Class Licence.

Desirable skills and qualifications

• An Agricultural Chemical Distribution Control (ACDC) Commercial Operators License, and experience preparing and applying fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides.
• Experience and qualifications in operating and maintaining chainsaws, and trimming and cutting felled trees.
• A Traffic Management Implementation (TMI) ticket, and experience setting up traffic guidance schemes.
• Experience driving an MR truck and towing a tandem trailer.
• Experience operating a ride on mower, and using and maintaining a range of landscaping hand tools and equipment, such as brush cutters, hedger trimers, augers, aerators, tillers etc. 

What’s in it for you?

This position comes with a base remuneration from $61,898.59, working a 38hr week, 9 day fortnight  and up to 13% employer superannuation contribution. 

How to apply..

If this sounds like the position for you, don’t delay - Apply now! 

• Check out the position description and further information available at Careers with Council – Scenic Rim Regional Council. 
• Submit a covering letter that tells us why YOU WANT this role. Ensure to include your skills, experience and suitability addressing the 'About you' criteria. Be passionate! Be creative! Be specific! Max 2 pages.
• Attach your resume that provides a clear statement of your working history, relevant skills and key achievements (including specific examples of what you’ve done in the past).

Applications close: 12noon Friday 6 February 2026
For more information contact ****@scenicrim.qld.gov.au

Council is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free work environment.