Skilled Labourer – Civil Maintenance & Outdoor Work

Careers at Council; Huskisson; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 56,000; 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

Job summary

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a motivated and reliable Skilled Labourer to join our Basin Maintenance team at the Woolamia Works Depot. This hands-on role covers construction and maintenance of Council assets and infrastructure, delivering essential services to the community.

You will perform manual labour, operate small plant and equipment, maintain safety standards, complete timesheets and site records, and work up to 38 hours per week with a casual loading structure.

Qualifications

• Must have a School Certificate or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 months' work experience in civil construction and/or maintenance.
• Current NSW General Construction Induction (White Card) or interstate equivalent.
• Proof of right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking manual labouring duties including shovelling, raking, screeding, digging, lifting and traffic control.
• Operating and maintaining small plant and equipment such as chainsaws, plate compactors, jackhammers, concrete saws and power tools.
• Working safely under supervision and as part of a team across construction and maintenance projects.
• Delivering quality workmanship while adhering to standards and safety requirements.
• Completing timesheets and site safety inspections and other records.

Skills

Safety-focused

Team player

Outdoor work

Education

School Certificate or equivalent

NSW General Construction Induction Card (White Card)

NSW Class C Driver's Licence

Right to work in Australia

Tools

Chainsaws

Plate compactors

Jackhammers

Concrete saws

Power tools

Vegetation maintenance equipment

Job description

Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a motivated and reliable Skilled Labourer to join our Basin Maintenance team at the Woolamia Works Depot. This hands-on role covers construction and maintenance of Council assets and infrastructure, delivering essential services to the community.

You will perform manual labour, operate small plant and equipment, maintain safety standards, complete timesheets and site records, and work up to 38 hours per week with a casual loading structure.