Plant Operator Labourer - Construction Crew (10323)
Job No:
CHR10432
Location:
Emerald
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Regional
Directorate: Operations
Remuneration: Stream B, Level 4: $36.01 per hour plus superannuation, penalties & allowances (5% increase as of 01 July 2026)
Are you looking for work life balance whilst utilising your civil works experience?
Central Highland Regional Council has a labouring position available in Construction Crew. This role involves assisting in the completion of road maintenance and construction projects.
As a Labourer with Central Highlands Regional Council there are opportunities to enhance your career with the potential to upskill qualifications, licences and plant tickets.
This role works predominantly works on a 9&5 roster and the successful applicant will need to have the ability to work away and live in camp.
If you are a skilled civil operator and are looking for an opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects located in the Central Highlands Region then we want to hear from you!
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
- A positive and flexible approach towards a range of tasks including general labouring
- Current Queensland Class C Drivers Licence
- Construction White Card
- Ability to operate within a remote camp environment (as required).
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- 9 Day on, 5 Day off roster
- Annual uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to work in Australia.
- Medical Assessment
- Fitness to Drive Medical
- Reference and Licence checks.
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: 8am, Tuesday 17 March 2026 at
