Labourer (Gin Gin)
Job No:
BDBRC1622
Location:
Gin Gin
$70,826 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-Time
Civil, Infrastructure Operations and Delivery
Gin Gin Depot, Bundaberg Region
About Us
At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.
Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.
What We Offer
- An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
- 9-day fortnight roster
- Access to Fitness Passport
- PPE supplied
- Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
- Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
- Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued
Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.
About The Opportunity
As a Labourer based at our Gin Gin depot, you will play an important role in delivering maintenance, construction and operational activities across Council's civil infrastructure. Working outdoors as part of a supportive crew, you'll undertake a variety of labouring tasks, operate light plant, vehicles, tools and equipment, and contribute to delivering safe, efficient and reliable services for our community.
In this role you'll:
- Undertake a variety of civil labouring and maintenance activities.
- Operate plant, vehicles, tools and equipment appropriate to the role.
- Work safely while contributing to high-quality service delivery.
- Collaborate with your team to deliver a wide range of operational tasks.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience in labouring, civil construction, maintenance or a similar hands-on environment.
- The ability to safely undertake physically demanding work in an outdoor environment.
- An understanding of workplace health and safety and safe manual handling practices.
- A current Class C Driver’s Licence.
- A Construction Industry General Safety Induction Card (White Card).
- Basic competencies or relevant tickets for the operation of light mechanical plant and hand tools.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Desired:
- Class 'LR', 'MR' or 'HR' Driver’s Licence.
- First Aid and CPR qualifications.
- Traffic Control Accreditation.
To view the Position Description, including the full list of key responsibilities and the mandatory and desirable requirements, please click here.
The Selection Process
We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:
- A current resume
For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1622.
Applications close on Tuesday 28 July 2026, at 11:59 pm AEST.
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.
Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.
