Truck Driver/Labourer (Wastewater Treatment Works)

Job No: BATC27
Location: Bathurst

Weekly Salary: $1,044.00 - $1,096.90 per week + Level 1 Adverse Working Conditions Allowance of $18.92 per week  + 11.5%  Superannuation

Position Status: Permanent Full-time

Hours of Work: 38 hours per week with an RDO every three weeks

Contact Officer: Justin Simpson - 02 6333 6117

Application close: Sunday, 22 June 2025, at 11.30 pm

 

About the Opportunity

Join Bathurst Regional Council’s Water & Waste Section as a Truck Driver/ Labourer.

 

In this role you will be required to transport biosolids from the Wastewater Treatment Works to the designated disposal area. Other duties will include general maintenance and labouring based at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. 

 

We’re looking for a reliable labourer with the following skills and qualifications:

  • HR Licence: Must have a valid NSW Class HR licence (Heavy Rigid) to drive trucks over 10,000kg GVM.
  • White Card: Required for construction site access.
  • Mechanical Knowledge: Basic understanding of truck maintenance.
  • Swimming Competency: Ability to swim proficiently.
  • Small Plant Operation: Experience with small plant equipment.
  • Team Player: Able to work effectively in a small, diverse team.
  • Physical Stamina: Capable of meeting the physical demands of labor-intensive tasks.
  • Administrative Skills: Ability to complete associated administrative duties.
  • Health Compliance: Willingness to be vaccinated for Hepatitis A and B, with follow-up tests to confirm immunity

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to undertake a tour of the Wastewater Treatment Works. This will occur at the interview stage.

To view the Position Summary click here 

What we can offer

Job Security: Enjoy the stability of a permanent role in local government

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a rostered day off every three weeks & generous leave entitlements

Career Development: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression

Supportive Environment: Be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality services to the community & access to employee assistance program

 

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to lead critical infrastructure projects that directly benefit our community and environment, APPLY NOW and take the next big step in your career!

 

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

Apply Now

Privacy Acknowledgment

We would like to inform you that the information contained in your application will be confidentially maintained in accordance with the principles of the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.


Personal Details * Required field

  1. Digits only or add + for international numbers

  1. (Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)

Questions

About Bathurst Regional Council

Congratulations on taking the first step toward joining one of the Bathurst Region’s largest employers! Bathurst Regional Council employs over 400 staff in a diverse range of careers and provides a large range of services to our community. Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region.

Bathurst really is the best of both worlds – a beautiful country lifestyle just two and a half hours from Sydney. Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement located just over 200 kilometres west of Sydney on the Macquarie River. The region is conveniently located with effective transport links to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and there is no shortage of things to see and do if you want to explore or take a lazy Sunday drive.