Field Services Labourer

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Salary sacrificing options

Staff discounts

Wellbeing programs

Career development

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Labourer to join the water and sewer construction team. You will support plumbers on-site, operate equipment, and contribute to safety and quality on works.

The role offers a base salary around $68,055–$69,400, a 9-day fortnight roster, and opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Essential: General construction labouring experience.
• Essential: Traffic management implementation experience.
• Essential: Water/sewerage construction/maintenance labouring experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service to all MRC clients, internal and external.
• Perform labouring tasks on water and sewerage assets and other construction projects.
• Operate trucks and light mechanical plant safely and competently.
• Assist in implementing quality requirements for the work.
• Contribute to toolbox talks, identify hazards and implement controls.
• Plan, install, and remove signage for road works per standards after training.
• Complete paperwork for client complaints and tasks promptly.
• Work within environmental legislation and minimize environmental impact.
• Undertake other responsibilities as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Labouring

Truck operation

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

White Card (General Construction Safety)

QLD C Class Driver’s Licence

Tools

Skid Steer Ticket

Job description

Join Our Team as a Labourer

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible impact on your community? Do you have a passion for construction and maintenance work? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Mackay Regional Council is dedicated to serving our vibrant community of approximately 125,000 residents. We are committed to fostering a dynamic workforce culture and innovative leadership. Our mission is to enhance the local economy, attract new industries, and provide essential services while upholding our core values: Safety and Well-Being, Respect, Collaboration, Service Excellence, and Integrity.

As a Labourer for the water/sewer construction team within field services, you will play a vital role in the construction of water and sewer projects. Your duties will include supporting plumbers on-site, driving trucks, and operating various plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Provide a high level of customer service to all MRC clients, both internal and external.
• Labouring Tasks: Perform labouring tasks associated with construction and maintenance work on water and sewerage assets as well as other construction projects as required.
• Operate Equipment: Competently operate rigid motor vehicles with GVM up to 15 tonnes, small ride-on equipment, and light mechanical plant [1] .
• Quality Implementation: Assist in the implementation of all quality requirements for the work.
• Safety and Compliance: Contribute to daily pre-start toolbox talks, identify hazards and unsafe work practices, and implement appropriate controls.
• Signage and Traffic Management: Plan, install, and remove signage for works carried out in road reserves in accordance with recommended standards, after suitable training.
• Paperwork: Complete all required paperwork for client complaints and other associated tasks in a prompt and detailed manner.
• Environmental Compliance: Work within the confines of environmental legislation, ensuring best practice work procedures with minimum environmental impact.
• Additional Responsibilities: Undertake other responsibilities as delegated by your immediate supervisor within the scope of this position.

Qualifications

Essential:

• General Construction Safety ‘White’ Card.
• QLD “C” Class Driver’s Licence or interstate equivalent (must be transferred to QLD within three months of commencement).

Desirable

• Current Skid Steer Ticket.

Experience

Essential:

• Experience in construction/maintenance labouring.
• Experience in Traffic Management Implementation.
• Experience in construction/maintenance labouring in water and sewerage reticulation systems.
• Experience in concrete finishing and pipelaying.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic numerical calculations to a standard relevant to the duties involved in the position.
• Sound skills in oral and written communication.
• Manual handling skills with the ability to work safely.
• Ability to competently and safely operate trucks and other motorized equipment.
• Ability to work with others and foster a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments and/or conditions while maintaining a positive attitude.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the Workplace Health and Safety regulations relevant to the Construction Industry.
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures for water and sewer as well as roads and drainage assets.

Special Requirements

• Willingness and flexibility to work overtime outside normal hours, where required, to undertake assigned tasks.
• Commitment to working cooperatively with others and fostering a team environment in line with the Civil Operations/Civil Projects Team Book.

Why Join Us?

• Annual base salary of $68,055 - $69,400 (the level offered will be determined on the successful candidates’ qualifications and experience)
• 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.
• Be part of a dedicated team committed to community engagement and public service.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.