Job Description

About the Role

Join Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council as the Manager Town Services and lead the delivery of high-quality parks, gardens, and open space maintenance across the community. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring Council’s public spaces are safe, well-maintained, and presented to a high standard, while supporting and developing a local workforce.

You will work closely with the Executive Manager Roads, Infrastructure and Essential Services to deliver efficient, safe, and cost-effective horticultural and town maintenance services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the maintenance of Council parks, gardens, and open spaces.
• Apply horticultural knowledge to deliver routine and reactive maintenance activities such as planting, pruning, watering, pest control, and landscaping.
• Establish and maintain sustainable gardens and community spaces.
• Supervise and support staff, including rostering, performance management, and development.
• Ensure safe operation, maintenance, and reporting of Council vehicles and plant.
• Manage work programs, priorities, and reporting requirements.
• Engage with community members and stakeholders to support local initiatives and outcomes.
• Maintain a high standard of workplace health and safety and compliance with Council policies.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in horticulture, parks, or open space maintenance.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate a team in a practical, hands-on environment.
• Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, community members, and stakeholders.
• Experience working in remote communities and/or with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Queensland Driver Licence (MR desirable).
• Police Clearance.
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Relevant qualifications or certifications in horticulture, plant operation, and chemical application (highly desirable).

Why Join Us?

• Lead and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant remote community.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to develop local workforce capability and community spaces.
• Work for a Council that values culture, safety, and respect.

How to Apply

Don’t miss this opportunity to join Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council and make a positive difference in the community.

To be considered your application must include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a current resume. Applications close 24 April 2026.

To request the position description or for any enquiries please contact Human Resources at 07 4040 4504 or HR@kowanyama.qld.gov.au.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.