Position Details:
- Work type: Full-time Permanent
- 8-day fortnight
- Location: Biggenden
Why work with us?
There really is no better place to live, work and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett. Home to 6 main townships plus quaint villages, the region boasts incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic relaxed lifestyle.
Work-life balance, this role offers a 8-day fortnight allowing you to enjoy our beautiful rural location, and relaxed natural environment, while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.
Community and connection, find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.
Affordable living, enjoy a lower cost of living and better housing affordability.
Rural lifestyle, enjoy the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.
Rewarding career, this is an exciting time to be joining the team. North Burnett Regional Council offer a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development and initiatives to support a healthy work/life balance.
Find out more about Biggenden in our NORTH BURNETT VISITORS GUIDE.
About the role
North Burnett Regional Council is seeking a Labourers to join the Civil Works Team based in Biggenden.
The Labourer works as part of a multi-skilled team to deliver effective and efficient construction and maintenance of existing services and structures in connection with roads and footpaths, drainage and other functions in and around the town of Biggenden.
About you
With a focus on safe work practices, you will have proven experience undertaking labouring tasks in the construction and maintenance of roads, including traffic control procedures, kerb and gutter, footpath, concrete drainage etc.
You will be able to safely operate and maintain a variety of commercial plant/ equipment and tools relevant to the work area.
Additionally, you will have good communication skills and be able to work effectively in a close-knit team.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Ability to work in a physically demanding occupation, often in noisy conditions.
- Unrestricted drivers licence – ‘C’ class.
- Work Safe in the Construction Industry Induction Certificate (White Card).
Desirable
- Traffic Management Implementation Program licence.
- Traffic Control Industry Authority.
Benefits of working at Council
- Be part of a passionate and talented team
- Competitive salaries, plus 12% superannuation
- Generous leave provisions
- Healthy work/ life balance
- Rostered days off (RDO)
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee ‘Study Assistance’ scheme
- Employee Assistance Program for work or non-work-related matters
Applications close: 10:00pm, Monday 20 May 2024
Contact
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Darren from the People and Performance Team on 0499 781 280.
Additional Information
Please refer to the Position Description for full details regarding the responsibilities and requirements of this position.
If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you and appreciate your application.
To be considered for this position, you must have adequate unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
North Burnett Regional Council is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Accommodation / housing – the North Burnett Region offers affordable accommodation options, particularly if you are looking at getting into the housing market. Contact our local real-estate agents directly to discuss potential opportunities. If you are looking for short-term/rental accommodation, again, please contact our local Real Estate agents directly to discuss suitable options.
North Burnett Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.