The Opportunity Provide leadership, coordination and oversight of all vegetation, horticultural and plant operation activities required for project-based works, including vegetation clearing, tree transplanting, large‑scale planting, and irrigation installation and maintenance. This role ensures the successful delivery of major projects by planning and scheduling works, supervising crews and contractors, monitoring safety and environmental compliance, and ensuring all project deliverables meet Council policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards. About Us Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton. Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plan, coordinate and oversee all vegetation, horticultural and plant‑operation activities required to deliver the project safely, efficiently and to specification Develop project schedule, scopes of work, and daily/weekly work programs for crews and contractors Monitor performance, quality, and progress of clearing, transplanting, planting and irrigation activities, ensuring outputs meet design and environmental requirements Lead and manage project staff and contractors, providing direction, support and problem‑solving to maintain productivity and safety standards Ensure compliance with Council policies, procedures, environmental approvals, biosecurity requirements, cultural heritage protocols and relevant legislation Manage site safety through pre-starts, risk assessments, inspections and prompt resolution of hazards, incidents and non-conformances Liaise with internal stakeholders and external parties to keep the project on track Oversee procurement and management of materials, plants, irrigation components, equipment and external services to support project delivery Maintain accurate project records including progress reports, quality documentation, variations, as‑builts, permits and contractor performance Monitor budget, timelines and resourcing, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to ensure the project is delivered within scope Contribute to the promotion of the image of Council and the maximisation of good public relations Liaise with other Council staff in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information Perform all tasks in accordance with appropriate technical standards, branch and departmental quality and operational policies and procedures Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position e.g. timesheets Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices as required Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS Compulsory Formal qualifications in Project Management or equivalent Certificate III in Horticulture, or equivalent Qld General Safety Induction (white or blue card) Queensland Class ‘C’ driver’s licence. ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Compulsory Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating capital works programs and overseeing horticultural, vegetation, or maintenance activities at a project level Proven ability to plan, schedule and supervise the use of plant, equipment and resources required for project delivery (rather than personally operating plant) Strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills, with the ability to lead teams, liaise effectively with stakeholders, and work both collaboratively and autonomously with minimal supervision Sound understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Work Health and Safety (WHS) principles, with demonstrated ability to apply them in a project environment. How to Apply Information on how to apply is in our application package, which can be obtained from our website www.banana.qld.gov.au or by calling 07 4992 9500 . Applications close: 4 February 2026
