Skilled Labourer

Careers at Council; Bomaderry; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Flexitime for indoor staff

9-day fortnight for outdoor staff

Flexible and remote working

Novated lease available

Professional development and training

Fitness Passport and EAP

NSW Welcome Experience

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council's Bomaderry Works Depot is seeking a Skilled Labourer to join the Central Construction team. The role involves hands-on construction and maintenance work, with a 38-hour week and a 9-day fortnight, located at Bomaderry Works Depot.

We require at least 12 months in civil construction or maintenance, NSW Class C Driver's Licence, White Card, and Australian residency. On-call overtime may be required, with opportunities for development and wrap-around benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience in civil construction and/or maintenance activities.
• Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence.
• Current NSW General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Focus on ensuring the Nowra CBD is kept clean and free of litter and to respond to requests for the repair of defects.
• Undertake manual tasks including but not limited to shoveling, screeding, raking, digging, lifting and traffic control.
• Operate and maintain small plant items such as chainsaws, plate compactors, jack picks, concrete saws, electric power tools, vegetation trimmers, etc.
• To work under routine supervision and direction either individually or in a team environment on a range of projects
• Deliver quality workmanship in all tasks
• Complete standard paperwork such as timesheets and daily site safety checklists both handwritten and electronically.
• Any other tasks and activities within the construction/maintenance environment within the employees' abilities.

Skills

Civil construction

Driver's license

White Card

Team player

Education

School Certificate

Job description

• PLUS additional $1,055.08 gross p.a. Adverse Working Conditions allowance
• 3:00am to 12:00pm shift, Monday to Friday (totalling 38 hours per week) with a 9-day fortnight
• Located at Bomaderry Works Depot, McIntyre Way Bomaderry

About the Role

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking motivated and reliable Skilled Labourer to join our Central Construction team based at the Bomaderry Works Depot. These roles involve hands-on work in the construction and maintenance of Council assets, contributing to the delivery of quality infrastructure for our community.

The Key Responsibilities of these positions includes:

• Focus on ensuring the Nowra CBD is kept clean and free of litter and to respond to requests for the repair of defects.
• Undertake manual tasks including but not limited to shoveling, screeding, raking, digging, lifting and traffic control.
• Operate and maintain small plant items such as chainsaws, plate compactors, jack picks, concrete saws, electric power tools, vegetation trimmers, etc.
• To work under routine supervision and direction either individually or in a team environment on a range of projects
• Deliver quality workmanship in all tasks
• Complete standard paperwork such as timesheets and daily site safety checklists both handwritten and electronically.
• Any other tasks and activities within the construction/maintenance environment within the employees' abilities.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• School Certificate or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 months' experience in civil construction and/or maintenance activities.
• Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence.
• Current NSW General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship.

We are looking for dependable team player who take pride in delivering quality workmanship and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety. Our ideal candidate will have a solid work ethic, adaptability, initiative, and a positive attitude, with the ability to work effectively under routine supervision in a variety of outdoor environments. Possession of an MR licence and certificates or licences relevant to civil construction are not essential although will be highly regarded.

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

Applications Close:

Monday, 2 November 2026 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Glen Mitchell - Engineering Officer (Civil) - 02 4429 3***

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• NSW Welcome Experience

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.