Position Details:

• Work type: Permanent Full-time
• Location: Gayndah
• Salary: QLGIA (Stream B) Level C1 – C4 ($71,685.39 – $74,852.23 + 12% Superannuation)
• Schedule: 8-day fortnight
  

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 Gayndah in our NORTH BURNETT VISITORS GUIDE.

About the role

The North Burnett Regional Council is seeking a skilled Grader Operator to join our Civil Construction team in Gayndah. Reporting to the Civil Works Supervisor, you will play a key role in road construction and maintenance, ensuring high-quality precision grading. Experience with final trim standards is highly desirable.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing maintenance grading in line with road treatment criteria
• Mixing best sourced gravels
• Reforming roads incorporating the crown, crossfall, table drains and catch drains
• Ensuring a high-quality pavement surface that meets Council standards

About you

You will have demonstrated civil construction knowledge and substantial experience in a Final Trim Grader Operator role. You are a proactive and self-motivated team player who thrives in a collaborative environment that prioritises safety as the highest priority.

Your ability to work efficiently under supervision, manage time effectively, and plan, organise, and prioritise tasks will be essential in achieving defined outcomes.

At a minimum you will possess a current competency in grader operations (RII).

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Current unrestricted ‘HR’ or ‘HC’ class driver’s licence.
• Possess a Work Safe in the Construction Industry Induction Certificate (White Card).
• Relevant plant operator competency (evidence).
• 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: Position will remain open until filled

Contact: If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Darren from the People and Culture Team on 0499 781 280.

How to apply

• A cover letter (no more than two pages), detailing your reason/s for applying for the position and how your work experience, skills and knowledge meet the key responsibilities and position requirements as outlined in the Position Description.
• A current resume that summarises your employment history, education and training as well as referees.
• A copy of your current drivers licence, and relevant qualifications and certificates
• A completed Position Application Form

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. We will be reviewing applications as they are received.