Venue Maintenance Officer | Qld State Equestrian Centre

Moreton Bay; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Queensland is seeking a Venue Maintenance Officer to enhance and maintain the Queensland State Equestrian Centre. The role is casual, averaging 10 hours per week, focusing on grounds preparation, maintenance, and collaboration with the event planning team. Ideal candidates must have experience in grounds maintenance, knowledge of safety policies, and skills in operating industrial machinery. This is an opportunity to contribute to community enhancement and work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a large-scale commercial environment.
• Sound physical capacity for manual tasks in a safety-conscious manner.
• Ability to engage effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support event planning and maintain workplace safety standards.
• Prepare and maintain arena surfaces and training areas.
• Conduct minor repairs and maintenance on facilities.

Skills

Experience preparing and maintaining grounds and facilities

Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety policies

Ability to operate industrial machinery such as forklifts and tractors

Relationship management skills

Experience working with horses or livestock

Education

Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

Current Induction Card (White Card)

Job description

Venue Maintenance Officer | Qld State Equestrian Centre

• $45.92 per hour (including casual loading) + 12% super (Level 6 Schedule 2)

Join City of Moreton Bay as a Venue Maintenance Officer, and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow.

We have an opportunity for someone to join the team on a casual basis 1 day per week, with extra hours available during peak times, inclusive of some weekends (approx 10 hours per week).

Primarily located at the Queensland State Equestrian Centre (QSEC), QSEC is Queensland’s premier equine facility. Hosting world‑class events across 30 hectares, the site is home to one of Queensland’s largest indoor arenas.

Our Venue Maintenance Officers are the backbone of QSEC operations. Responsible for the ongoing preparation, maintenance, and presentation of QSEC grounds and infrastructure, we’re looking for an experienced all‑rounder with a can‑do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the broader QSEC team to support event planning and delivery, and maintain high standards in workplace health and safety, as well as horse and livestock safety and biosecurity.
• Undertake, prepare and maintain arena surface and training areas to competition standard (grading, dragging or rolling sand arena with tractor and implements).
• Undertake minor repairs, cleaning and maintenance on facilities and equipment including buildings, plant equipment, arenas, stables, fences and yards.
• Maintain effective working relationships with QSEC team and QSEC stakeholders/hirers and contribute to a positive team environment to achieve a high performance, continuous improvement, and customer‑focused culture.

Ideal Candidates

• Experience preparing and maintaining grounds and facilities within a large‑scale commercial environment.
• Knowledge and application of Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Sound experience and physical capacity to operate industrial machinery such as forklifts, tractors and undertaking manual tasks in a safety‑conscious manner.
• Well‑developed people and relationship management skills with ability to work in a positive team environment communicating and engaging effectively at all levels.
• Experience working with horses or livestock preferred.

Certifications Required

• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current Induction Card (White Card)

Certifications to Provide Within 30 Days

• Current First Aid and CPR
• Responsible Service of Alcohol Certification (to be obtained within 30 days of commencement)
• Current MR class driver’s licence (to be booked within 30 days of commencement)

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third‑largest council in Australia and one of the fastest‑growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. Build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability – this is your chance to contribute.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands‑on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role. You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a medical and hearing assessment with an independent professional nominated by Council, and a National Criminal History Check (all at no cost to you).

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

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Applications close 11:55pm Monday 19 January 2026