Labourer Wastewater Reticulation

Requisition Number: 714

Salary Range: Base rate $57,300.44 per annum + Northern District Allowance ($57,357.58 per annum) + Approx. $17K Live Sewer Allowance, paid at time and a half for eligible work

Position Type: Full-Time Permanent

Location: MacNamara Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 29 June 2025.

Interested in a hands-on role in Wastewater Services? We’re looking for Labourers to join our team and help maintain the sewerage network’s daily operations!

Your Daily Tasks Include:

Assist in the repairs of sewer reticulation and lateral connection blockages

Assist with the installation of sewer extensions

Assist with the inspection/investigation of manhole asset integrity

Assist with CCTV surveys of sewerage reticulation systems

Assist with the location of underground assets

Assist with the maintenance of rising main easements

Operate and maintain licensed emergency overflow valves

Assist with the day-to-day cleaning and maintenance activities of all sewerage pumps stations

Assist with the operation of the Vacuum Tanker

Be available to assist the afterhours on call officer and participate if required with planned/unplanned afterhours work

What We Are Looking For:

Construction White Card.

Physically fit and willing to work in outdoor environments (you will be required to pass a pre-employment medical)

Current MR Drivers Licence or ability to obtain.

Current confined space accreditation and/or ability to gain accreditation.

Basic Computer Skills.

A practical ability to pre-empt and organise tools and equipment to assist with all aspects of wastewater maintenance activities.

Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave

Up to 3 weeks personal leave

Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: [email protected]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council