Parks and Conservation Team Leader - North Stradbroke Island

Parks and Conservation Team Leader - North Stradbroke Island (201023) 

Permanent Full Time - 38 hours per week 

$77,092.87 Annually  + up to 13% super  

RCC Employee's Level 7 (including applicable allowances) 

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast.

Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index - confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow.

Join our team as a Parks and Conservation Team Leader

Your responsibilities will include:

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  Leading and motivating a multiskilled team across parks, conservation, and civil maintenance activities.
  
  


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  Coordinating daily work programs across two rotating teams:
  

  
  
  • Parks Team: mowing, brush‑cutting, garden and landscape maintenance, litter removal, bin collection and deceased animal retrieval.
  
  
  • Roads, Drainage & Marine Team: pothole repairs, signage upkeep, unsealed road maintenance, and contractor coordination.
  
  

  
  
  
  


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  Ensuring all work is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard in public‑facing environments.
  
  


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  Using technology to manage work orders, documentation and reporting.
  
  


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  Providing accurate technical advice on parks, conservation and roads tasks.
  
  


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  Leading by example to maintain strong team morale, cooperation and a productive work environment.
  
  


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  The position is based on North Stradbroke Island. Staff are required to arrange and cover their own travel to and from the Dunwich Depot.
  
  

Skills and experience:

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  Proven experience in parks, grounds or horticultural maintenance, as well as construction or civil maintenance.
  
  


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  Demonstrated leadership capability including team organisation, prioritisation, motivation and performance support.
  
  


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  Strong communication and customer service skills, particularly when interacting with the public.
  
  


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  Ability to implement efficient work practices and maintain high levels of safety and productivity.
  
  


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  Physical fitness to perform manual labour over extended periods.
  
  


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  Confidence using digital tools to complete work orders and reporting requirements.
  
  


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  A collaborative, positive and team‑focused approach.
  
  

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role stands out:

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  Work–life balance: 9‑day fortnight with a 6:15am start time at the Dunwich Depot.
  
  


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  An iconic workplace: Enjoy a role based on beautiful North Stradbroke Island, with daily work in some of the region’s most unique and scenic environments.
  
  


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  Variety every day: No two days are the same, with a wide mix of parks, conservation and civil maintenance tasks.
  
  

Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty - Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.

More reasons to love working with us:

• Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.


• Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional flexible leave options to support your lifestyle.


• Rewarding role-specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.


• Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.


• Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.


• Flexible working options – access RedFlex, offering flexibility in how, when, and where you work.


• Optional purchased leave available after probation.


• Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits.

View more great employee benefits here.

Who we are:

Eligibility:

• You'll hold a current LR Drivers Licence.


• You'll have a Level 3 Trade Certificate (TAFE) in Horticulture or equivalent


• You'll have the ability to participate in the after-hours on-call roster, including remote response and site-related operations over weekends and public holidays on a rostered basis.


• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us?
 

Click Apply to submit your application via Council’s online portal (or through OURspace for current employees). Please include:

• A one-page cover letter; and


• A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements.

Note: We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications. 

For more information about this position (201023), please contact Angela Ritchie on (07) 3843 8022.  Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 08/03/2026.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community. 

To support an inclusive recruitment experience, please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process by contacting [email protected]

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