Cook Shire Council
Cook Shire Council

Botanic Gardens Labourer (Fixed Term Contract)

Job No: CSCO18
Location: Cooktown

We are very pleased to present this fantastic short term opportunity with Cook Shire Council!

Cook Shire Council is seeking to recruit a self motivated individual with a 'can do' attitude to carry out high quality maintenance services at Council's Botanic Gardens.  

If this is you:

  • Previous experience in a gardening role.
  • A positive attitude and passion for plants.
  • Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour.
  • Works well in a small team environment.
  • Proactive toward work health and safety.

then APPLY NOW to become a part of a unique and dynamic Council with an envious lifestyle to match!

Employee benefits include attractive salary package, 9 day fortnight, up to 12% superannuation and salary packaging options with a positive and friendly working environment.

 SUMMARY & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Job reference

CSC018

Position:

Botanic Gardens Labourer

Location:

Based at Cooktown Botanic Gardens

Tenure:

Full time, 6 month fixed term contract 

76 hours per fortnight

9-day fortnight (every 2nd Friday off)

Remuneration:

Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B: Division 2, Section 5) Award – State 2017 – Level 2

$31.80 per hour

Leave Entitlements

5 weeks annual leave, paid on a pro-rata basis

15 days personal leave, paid on a pro-rata basis

Superannuation

up to 12% Superannuation contributions

 

Application Process

To apply, please review the Candidate Information Kit  for this position. To be considered for selection you will need to submit: 

  • a detailed and up to date Resume/CV.

Applications may be submitted either online, over the counter or via email: work@cook.qld.gov.au

For further enquiries, please contact Cook Shire Council's Human Resources team on 07 4082 0500.
Cook Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse workplace. Indigenous community members and women are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications are assessed on merit.

Applications close 11.00pm, Wednesday 24 April 2024.

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