Truck Driver

Bathurst Regional Council; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/Life Balance

Generous Leave Entitlements

Fitness Passport

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bathurst Regional Council invites applications for a Truck Driver in the Works section. You will operate the council's truck with a view to supporting urban gangs on road construction and general maintenance projects.

Successful applicants will hold a NSW Class MR Driver’s Licence and experience driving trucks up to 10,000kg GVM, plus basic mechanical knowledge. A White Card and the ability to perform physical labour are essential.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Class MR Driver’s Licence (minimum).
• Experience driving trucks up to 10,000kg GVM.
• Knowledge and experience in basic mechanical & maintenance principles of trucks.

Responsibilities

• Drive the council truck for an urban gang to support road construction and general maintenance tasks.
• Operate in accordance with safety and road construction standards.
• Assist with basic maintenance and upkeep of trucks and equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Numeracy & literacy

Education

White Card (General Construction Induction)

Tools

Chainsaw

Small plant operation

Job description

Bathurst Regional Council currently has an opportunity for someone to join the Works section as a Truck Driver. In this role you will be required to drive the truck for one of the urban gangs and undertake duties associated with road construction and general maintenance activities.

To be successful in this role you will hold a current NSW Class MR Driver’s Licence, as a minimum, have experience driving trucks up to 10,000kg GVM, and knowledge and experience in basic mechanical and maintenance principles of trucks. Experience using a chainsaw and drainage maintenance are also key requirements.

About the role

Bathurst Regional Council currently has an opportunity for someone to join the Works section as a Truck Driver. In this role you will be required to drive the truck for one of the urban gangs and undertake duties associated with road construction and general maintenance activities.

To be successful in this role you will hold a current NSW Class MR Driver’s Licence, as a minimum, have experience driving trucks up to 10,000kg GVM, and knowledge and experience in basic mechanical and maintenance principles of trucks. Experience using a chainsaw and drainage maintenance are also key requirements.

Key Requirements

• Current NSW Class MR Driver’s Licence, as a minimum
• Experience driving trucks up to 10,000kg GVM
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team member
• Knowledge and experience in basic mechanical & maintenance principles of trucks
• Knowledge and experience in handling a chainsaw (chainsaw ticket)
• Experience in operating small plant used in the construction industry
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a position requiring considerable labouring work.
• Adequate numeracy and literacy skills to fulfil the requirements of the position

What We Can Offer

Work/Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every second week to recharge and reset

Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs

Fitness Passport to stay active and healthy

Training & Development to expand your skills

Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,118.30 to $1,175.00 per week + super

Position Status: Permanent Full-time

Hours of work: 38 hours per week Monday to Friday 7.00am - 3.57pm with 30min lunch and an RDO every two (2) weeks

Application closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Works Manager - Chris Schumacher - 02 6333 6***

Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.