Multi Skilled Labourer (Works)

Byron Shire Council; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reviews

Long Service Leave

Education & training

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

MyLeave

Carbon-reduction initiatives

Job summary

Byron Shire Council is seeking multiple motivated and reliable Multi Skilled Labourers to join our Works team. This hands-on role supports the construction, maintenance and improvement of essential infrastructure across the Shire, including roads, bridges, parks and public spaces.

The positions are 2x permanent full-time and 2x term (2 years). You will operate small plant, contribute to roading and drainage projects, and work with a team to deliver high-quality outcomes safely.

Qualifications

• Experience in labouring within construction, maintenance or civil works.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general labouring duties across civil infrastructure projects.

Skills

Labouring experience

Small plant operation

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Safety adherence

Basic computer literacy

Driver's license

White Card

Tools

Whipper snipper

Trench roller

Vibraplate

Light rigid truck licence

Chainsaw operation Level 1/2

Overhead power line safety

Job description

About the opportunity

Byron Shire Council is seeking multiple motivated and reliable Multi Skilled Labourers to join our Works team. This hands-on role contributes to the construction, maintenance and improvement of essential infrastructure assets across the Shire, helping deliver services that keep our communities connected, safe and thriving.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll undertake a diverse range of labouring and maintenance activities across roads, bridges, stormwater, water and sewer infrastructure, parks, gardens and public spaces.

Note: 2x permanent full-time positions, and 2x term positions (2 years) are available.

What you'll be doing

• Undertake general labouring duties across a variety of civil infrastructure projects.
• Assist with road construction and maintenance, traffic control, line marking and signage works.
• Support bridge, stormwater, water and sewer construction and maintenance activities.
• Operate and maintain small plant and light vehicles within licence and competency requirements.
• Contribute to parks, gardens, concrete, footpath and paving works.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, leading hands and team members to deliver quality outcomes safely and efficiently.
• Participate in a rostered on-call system and respond to emergency work requirements when required.

What we're looking for

• Experience undertaking general labouring duties in a construction, maintenance or civil works environment.
• Experience operating and maintaining small plant and equipment such as whipper snippers, trench rollers and vibraplates.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing tasks and deadlines.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety and delivering quality customer service.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Current Drivers Licence and White Card.

Additional skills (highly regarded)

• Traffic Controller ticket and Implement Traffic Control Plans qualifications.
• Chainsaw Operations Level 1 or 2 certification.
• Working Near Overhead Power Lines competency.
• Light Rigid (LR) truck licence and experience.

We offer

• Full-time positions (working 38 hours per week / 9 day fortnight):
  • 2x permanent
  • 2x term (2 years)
• Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $1,118.33 to $1,295.76 (dependent upon skills and experience) plus applicable allowances
• 12% Superannuation

Other benefits include:

• Annual salary reviews and identified salary increases based on award conditions
• Access to Long Service Leave from 5 years' service
• Education and training support
• Attractive salary packaging scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
• Fitness Passport
• MyLeave
• Partner with an organisation that is taking steps in all areas to reduce our carbon emissions and be an innovative and sustainable council.

Location

This position is based at Byron Depot; however Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.

Contact

Mark Maladay - Team Leader Capital Works - Phone number: (02) 6685 9***

Amos Huntley - Team Leader General Maintenance - Ph: (02) 6685 9***.

Closing date

5pm (NSW time), 15 November 2026. Late applications will not be permitted.

Position Description

Download the Labourer (Works) Position Description (PDF,420KB)

Pre-Employment Screening Process

• Reference Checks: Referees will preferably be your current or most recent supervisor and must be able to comment directly on your abilities in a work situation. If you have any objection to this action, your concerns should be raised in your application and be discussed with the Selection Panel.
• Functional Health Assessment: If applicable, the functional health assessment evaluates your physical and functional capacity against the physical demands necessary to safely perform the job for which you have applied. Applicable roles are subject to drug and alcohol testing, please note these tests will potentially require the provision of a urine sample, and a positive test will preclude a candidate from employment with Council at that time.
• Background Screening: Background checks verify the information you have provided in your application, and where applicable, also check for relevant criminal history. Checks may also include, for example, a confirmation of your employment history, qualifications/tickets and working with children clearance.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of our community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working - including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.

We strongly encourage applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.

Byron Shire Council is committed to being a child safe organisation – we respect all children and their wellbeing. We will embed Child Safe Standards into our leadership, governance and culture. We will support our staff and volunteers in their responsibilities. We will strive to keep children safe from harm and abuse.