Here’s to Quilpie. Here’s to you.

Are you ready to help build a community that's pushing for great, with a down-to-earth team that rises to every challenge? 

Welcome to Quilpie Shire Council, where you’ll find real opportunities, real community and the life you want to live. We may be a small council, but we’re proudly punching well above our weight. Serving our community in Western Queensland since 1930, we’ve continually evolved with the needs of our people - and we’re just getting started.

We’re seeking a highly motivated Labourer to join our Town Services crew to help us build and strengthen our thriving community. Gain unique experiences, learn new skills, and enjoy a different, more fulfilling kind of life in a place that feels like home. 

Your opportunity

As a Labourer (Town Services), you will be instrumental to the upkeep and improvement of community assets, including streetscapes, parks, public facilities, and town infrastructure. Reporting to the Town Services Supervisor, you will ensure the safe and efficient delivery of operational services to keep our town clean, functional, and welcoming for residents and visitors alike. 

With integrity and pride, you will: 

• provide maintenance and development of streetscapes and public areas to improve amenities;
• general labour duties at town facilities; and 
• set up and pack up of events

What you'll bring...

You are a resilient and adaptable team player who thrives in a hands-on, outdoors role. With a sharp eye for detail and a strong commitment to safety, you are motivated to achieve for our 700-strong community, sharing our values of Respect, Communication, Fun and Humour, Pride, Trust and Teamwork.  

To thrive in this role, you will have: 

• Current Qld 'MR' Class Drivers Licence 
• Aptitude for Gardening and plant care and working in landfill areas and cemeteries 
• Sufficient communication skills

Although it’s not essential, it would be great if you had:

• formal qualification in relevant field of horticulture/civil earthworks; 
• competencies for medium size plant and machinery; and
• knowledge and experience in the maintenance of plants, sport fields, landscaping, tree planting and pruning. 

Why Quilpie Shire Council?

We’re a Council with big ideas and bold energy. As a Labourer (Town Services), you’ll belong to a forward-thinking team that’s recognised in the region for the energy and smarts we bring to new projects … with plenty of chat and humour along the way.

We care about our work here, but balance matters. That means you’ll be encouraged and supported to knock off on time - and when it’s only a two-minute commute home, the afternoons and evenings are truly yours!

Plus, living in Quilpie Shire means shaping the life you want to live. This is a welcoming, family-friendly community where people look out for each other, where you’ll build real relationships and celebrate alongside everyone who turns out for the big events we host. You’ll also soak in spectacular Outback landscapes, enjoy an abundance of outdoor and sporting activities, access excellent medical care, and so much more.

You’ll also be rewarded for your commitment with a range of benefits, including:

• Salary packaging options
• Our annual Wellbeing Week, with everything from hearing and skin checks to healthy cooking workshops and advice on super retirement fund options
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• 9 Day Fortnight

Boost your career in a place that feels like home

All applicants will be assessed as received and provided a response.

Candidates who have previously applied for this position are not required to submit another application.

Position Description

Quilpie Shire Council is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values all people. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate.