Concreter/Carpenter - Multiple Positions

Lithgow City Council; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Lithgow, NSW, is seeking Concreters / Carpenters for multiple positions. The role involves construction and maintenance of concrete footpaths, kerbs, and fences, working with a team to advance Council's infrastructure. Applicants must possess trade qualifications, a Class C drivers license, and demonstrate a commitment to safety. Permanent, full-time positions offer a competitive salary between $1,176.78 and $1,301.14 per week, with opportunities for ongoing learning and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Flexible working environment

Rostered day off every fortnight

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in setting up and completing general concrete works.
• Experience in setting out works using a survey level.

Responsibilities

• Construction and maintenance of concrete footpaths and driveways.
• Setting up general formwork, steel fixing, pouring and finishing concrete.
• Maintenance and construction of Council fences.

Skills

Trade qualifications in concreting

Experience in Building and Construction Industry

Commitment to Work Health and Safety

Drivers Licence (Class C)

Traffic Control Ticket (Stop / Slow)

Education

WHS Induction for General Construction Ticket (Whitecard)

Tools

Chainsaw Ticket

First Aid Ticket

Explosive Power Tools Ticket

Confined Spaces Ticket

LR / MR Drivers Licence

Job description

Opportunity

Lithgow City Council has an exciting opportunity for a Concreter / Carpenter - Multiple Positions to join their team in Lithgow, NSW.

Reporting to the Urban Works Coordinator, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repairs and the construction of Council's infrastructure and assets as required. Works undertaken in this role may be in a small team or work in conjunction with other Council teams to complete tasks.

Responsibilities

• Construction and maintenance of concrete footpaths and driveways.
• Construction and maintenance of stormwater pits, headwalls and inlets and laying of stormwater pipes.
• Construction and maintenance of kerb and guttering.
• Setting up general formwork, steel fixing, pouring and finishing concrete.
• Maintain, repair and construct Council fences including man proof fences, security fences, brick fences, timber fences and gate.
• Installation and repair of footpath paving.
• Minor building maintenance eg. carpentry repairs, roofing repairs, cladding repairs.
• Other works as directed by the Works Coordinator that are in the skills and training of the person in the position.

About you

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria :

• Class C Drivers Licence
• Trade qualifications and / or relevant experience in concreting and / or Building and Construction Industry.
• WHS Induction for General Construction Ticket (Whitecard)
• Traffic Control Ticket (Stop / Slow)
• Demonstrated experience in setting up and completing general concrete works.
• Commitment to Work Health and Safety
• Demonstrated commitment to the principals of honesty and integrity

Ideal candidate requirements

• Chainsaw Ticket
• First Aid Ticket
• Explosive Power Tools Ticket
• Confined Spaces Ticket
• LR / MR Drivers Licence
• Experience in setting out works using a survey level.

Salary and Benefits

• Between $1,176.78 and $1,301.14 per week, commensurate with your skills, qualifications and experience.
• Permanent, Full-time, 38 hours per week.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible working environment.
• Work/Life balance with a rostered day off every fortnight.

Applications Close

Applications close on Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 4pm AEST.

Equal Opportunity Employer

You must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a permanent resident or have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Pre‑employment checks

Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre‑employment medical, which includes a drug and alcohol screening and functional assessment. Preferred applicants may be subject to reference checks, driving history checks, qualification checks, a NSW Police Check, a Working with Children check and confirmation of your Right to Work in Australia.

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