Asphalt Worker / Labourer

WorkPac; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Penalties on top of base rate

Mon-Fri roster with weekend work

7:00am to 5:00pm shifts

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking experienced Asphalt Labourers to join a road construction crew across Mackay and Whitsunday regions. This ongoing opportunity offers consistent hours, overtime, and the potential for permanent employment for the right candidate.

Join a well-established team delivering asphalt and bitumen services on multiple projects with a Monday–Friday roster and weekend work available. Base rate is $37.73/hr plus penalties, with 7:00am–5:00pm shifts and overtime during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Previous asphalt/bitumen experience is essential.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Capable of working extended hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with asphalt and bitumen road construction tasks.
• Shovel, spread and level asphalt materials.
• Support crews with general labouring duties on site.
• Assist plant operators and other crew members.
• Maintain a safe, productive work environment across Mackay/Whitsunday projects.

Education

Construction White Card

Roller RII/Ticket

QLD Driver's Licence

Job description

Job details

Key Selling Points

• $37.73/hr + penalties and overtime opportunities
• Work across road construction projects from Mackay to the Whitsundays

Short Description

WorkPac is seeking experienced Asphalt Labourers to join a road construction crew working across Mackay and Whitsunday regions. This is an ongoing opportunity offering consistent hours, overtime, and the chance to secure permanent employment for the right candidate.

About the Client

Our client is a well-established road construction contractor delivering asphalt and bitumen services across the Mackay and Whitsunday regions. Due to ongoing project requirements, they are seeking experienced Asphalt Labourers to join their team.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assisting with asphalt and bitumen road construction works
• Shovelling, spreading and levelling asphalt materials
• Supporting road crews with general labouring duties
• Assisting plant operators and crew members on site
• Maintaining a safe and productive work environment
• Working across various projects throughout the Mackay and Whitsunday region

What You Will Need

• Previous asphalt and bitumen experience (essential)
• Construction White Card
• Roller RII/Ticket
• Current QLD Driver's Licence
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work extended hours when required

What's in it for you?

• $37 per hour base rate plus penalties
• Monday to Friday roster with weekend work
• 7:00am to 5:00pm shifts
• Plenty of overtime available during busy project periods
• Work with an experienced road construction team

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.