Skilled Labourer: Road & Civil Works (Regional NSW)

Council Jobs; Yass Valley; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for training and develop

Supportive team environment

Regional work-life balance

Job summary

Yass Valley Council is seeking a reliable Skilled Labourer to join the Transport Infrastructure Team in the Yass region. You will assist in civil works, road maintenance, drainage, and related tasks, operating plant and machinery as required, and performing general labouring duties.

The role emphasises safety, teamwork, and quality work, with opportunities for training and development and a supportive regional team environment. Salary ranges align with Grade 2–4 in the Council’s system.

Qualifications

• Experience in general construction and maintenance labouring.
• White Card (Construction Induction) or willingness to obtain.
• Current Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control Plans qualifications issued by Transport NSW or willingness to obtain.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of road works through skilled and general labouring duties.
• Operate plant and/or equipment associated with road construction, maintenance and drainage.
• Undertake a variety of tasks including manual handling and use of hand tools.
• Undertake traffic control.
• Ensure work practices are effective and safe, proposing improvements where appropriate.
• Ensure vehicles are driven and operated safely within road laws.

Skills

General labouring

Construction

Maintenance

Traffic control

Plant operation

Job description

Yass Valley Council is seeking a reliable Skilled Labourer to join the Transport Infrastructure Team in the Yass region. You will assist in civil works, road maintenance, drainage, and related tasks, operating plant and machinery as required, and performing general labouring duties.

The role emphasises safety, teamwork, and quality work, with opportunities for training and development and a supportive regional team environment. Salary ranges align with Grade 2–4 in the Council’s system.