General Labourer / Operator

North West Queensland

Burketown

Hybrid

AUD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

North West Queensland is hiring a general labourer to support the Councils Engineering Department's Roads Construction and Maintenance teams in Queensland. You will work on a range of projects, performing road works, general labouring, and depot tasks as required, while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires experience in civil road works or general labouring, a current C class driver's licence, and a reliable, team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

  • Experience in civil road works and/or general labouring.
  • Road construction or RMPC experience (desirable)
  • Current C class driver's licence (essential)
  • HR, HC, MC or heavy machinery tickets (desirable)
  • Strong work ethic, reliability and ability to work as part of a team

Responsibilities

  • Assist with road construction and maintenance works
  • General labouring duties across Council works
  • Operation of plant and equipment (where licenced)
  • Support depot and works operations as required
  • Maintain a safe and compliant work environment

Skills

Civil road works
Teamwork
C class licence
Heavy machinery tickets

Job description

Job Description

The primary purpose of this position is to support Councils Engineering Department, with a focus on assisting the Roads Construction and/or Maintenance team. You will work across a range of projects and may be required to assist with broader works operations, including roads, infrastructure, and depot activities, depending on operational requirements.

Duties may include:

  • Assist with road construction and maintenance works
  • General labouring duties across Council works
  • Operation of plant and equipment (where licenced)
  • Support depot and works operations as required
  • Maintain a safe and compliant work environment
About the Candidate
  • Experience in civil road works and/or general labouring
  • Road construction or RMPC experience (desirable)
  • Current C class driver's licence (essential)
  • HR, HC, MC or heavy machinery tickets (desirable)
  • Strong work ethic, reliability and ability to work as part of a team
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