Labourer (2001) Charlton

Toowoomba Regional Council; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call

Overtime

Penalty rates

Wet weather allowance

Live sewer allowance

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Toowoomba Regional Council is hiring Labourers for the Reactive Maintenance Sewer & Water team at Charlton. You will assist with reactive water and sewer maintenance, gaining hands-on experience with plant, tools and equipment. No prior experience is required as on-the-job training is provided.

Valid MR Licence or commitment to obtain within 6 months, and White Card are required. Role is permanent full-time based at Charlton with 7:00 am–4:00 pm hours and a 9-day fortnight.

Qualifications

• Current MR Class Driver’s Licence or must obtain within 6 months of commencement.
• White Card (CPCWHS1001) for working safely in the construction industry or be willing to obtain one prior to starting.
• Labourer experience within the water industry is desirable but not required - on-the-job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reactive water and sewer maintenance tasks.
• Gain hands-on experience with plant, tools and equipment.
• On-the-job training is provided; no prior experience required.

Skills

MR License

White Card

Job description

READY TO UPSKILL AND LAUNCH A NEW CAREER! JOIN THE WATER INFRASTRUCTURE TEAM AS A LABOURER.

Join Our Team - Labourer for Reactive Maintenance Sewer & Water team - CHARLTON

Are you ready to kickstart your career in municipal works? Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking multiple dedicated and motivated Labourers to join our Reactive Maintenance Sewer & Water team. In this role, you'll assist with a variety of tasks related to reactive water and sewer maintenance and gain hands-on experience with plant, tools, and equipment. No prior experience? No problem! We offer on-the-job training to help you succeed.

What We're Looking For:

• Driver’s Licence: Current 'MR' Class Driver’s Licence or must obtain within 6 months of commencement.
• WHS Competency: Hold a White Card (CPCWHS1001) for working safely in the construction industry or be willing to obtain one prior to starting.
• Experience: Labourer experience within the water industry is desirable but not required - on-the-job training will be provided.

What We Offer:

• Permanent Full-Time: Based at the Charlton.
• Work Hours: Regular hours from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a 9-day fortnight (one rostered day off every two weeks).
• Competitive Salary: Fortnightly base rate of $2,520.64 gross, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• Additional Benefits: Variable allowances, on-call, overtime and penalty rates, wet weather allowance, and live sewer allowance.
• Safety Focused: Work in a safety-conscious environment where we prioritise getting you home safe every day!

Why Choose Toowoomba Regional Council:

• Community Impact: Be part of an organisation committed to providing better water infrastructure in our region.
• Interesting Work: Tackle diverse and stimulating projects. Your skills will be put to the test in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
• Professional Growth: Join a team that values continuous learning. Expand your knowledge and expertise while contributing to the continuous improvement of the region.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive team who share a common goal. Collaborate with like-minded individuals passionate about serving in the community.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 2nd December 2026 at 11:59pm.

For further information:

Please contact Isaac Ryan, Supervisor Sewer Reactive on (07) 4688 6*** during business hours.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

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