Construction Worker

Council Jobs; Lismore; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9‑day fortnight

Training & development

Wellbeing initiatives

Job security

Job summary

The Lismore City Council is seeking a Construction Worker to join the Roads team. You will perform skilled manual tasks, including concreting, pipe laying and road maintenance, and operate small plant and rollers to support worksites.

This role helps build and maintain critical infrastructure for the community. A 9-day fortnight, attractive wages, training and wellbeing initiatives underpin a stable, community-focused position in Lismore.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled manual tasks, including general concreting, pipe laying and general road maintenance tasks
• Safely operate small plant, rollers, and medium rigid vehicles to support maintenance and construction activities
• Set up and manage traffic control around worksites to ensure safety and efficiency
• Follow Work Health and Safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment
• Use Council systems to manage tasks and updates effectively

Job description

Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special.

We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.

Shape your future. Serve your community. Belong to something bigger.

About this Position:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Worker to join our Roads team. The primary function of the Construction Worker role is to assist in road construction and maintenance by performing a range of skilled manual tasks, including general concreting, operating small plant and equipment, and handling various types of rollers.

This role is critical in building and maintaining the infrastructure that connects communities.

What We can offer you:

• Attractive wages and conditions
• Work/life balance working a 9-day fortnight
• Training and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options.
• Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture.
• Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.

What we trust you to deliver:

• Perform skilled manual tasks, including general concreting, pipe laying and general road maintenance tasks
• Safely operate small plant, rollers, and medium rigid vehicles to support maintenance and construction activities
• Set up and manage traffic control around worksites to ensure safety and efficiency
• Follow Work Health and Safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment
• Use Council systems to manage tasks and updates effectively

What you will need to be successful:

• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Traffic Controller Ticket (TCR) and / or Class Light Rigid (LR) Licence
• Be accepting of new ideas and embrace change
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills
• Flexible and adaptable with a drive for improvement and learning
• A passion for Lismore and personal values that align with Lismore City Council's Values

Employment conditions:

Attractive wages and conditions, including a 76-hour fortnight with an RDO, plus on-call and overtime opportunities.

Salary:

Starts at $1,198.40 per week, plus superannuation

Closing date:

Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11:00PM. However, applications may be assessed as they are received.

Contact:

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Bryce Kiley, Works Lead - Resource at 0437 136 ***.

Pre-employment Screening:

Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include health assessments, drug screening, validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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