Mackay Regional Council is seeking an experienced Labourer to join our Signs and Line Marking Civil Operations team, based at the Paget Depot.

About this opportunity:

• Love the Outdoors? This role offers you the chance to work in the fresh air, surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Mackay.
• Training Provided: Whether you're looking to expand your skills or start fresh, we provide comprehensive training to help you succeed.
• Community Impact: Play a crucial role in enhancing the infrastructure of your community, making a real difference every day.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following

• Engage in a variety of tasks related to the maintenance and construction of roads, drainage, and other civil infrastructure, including earthworks, concrete work, pipelaying, bitumen application, and vegetation management.
• Operate rigid motor vehicles with a GVM up to 15 tonnes, as well as small ride-on equipment and light mechanical plant.
• Manage traffic effectively, ensuring the safe control and direction of vehicular traffic around work sites.
• Provide on-the-job training and share knowledge and skills with fellow colleagues.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Current General Construction Safety White card
• Current QLD manual Car 'C' class open Driver's licence
• Current QLD Medium Rigid Truck 'MR' Class Licence or willing to obtain
• Current Traffic Controllers Ticket & Traffic Management Implementation or willing to obtain
• Competent operation of small ride-on equipment and light mechanical plant with relevant certificates of competency for civil construction machinery.
• Previous experience with maintenance and construction of roads, drainage and other civil infrastructure including earthworks, concrete, pipelaying, bitumen and vegetation work and other hands on labouring tasks.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with high quality education and health facilities.

Discover more about the Mackay Region https://www.discovermackay.com.au/

In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base annual salary of $ 57,018.99
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with a 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

How to apply:

If you're ready to embrace the outdoors and take on a rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team!

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role.

Applications Close:

Thursday, 8 May 2025

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.