About the role
Join our Infrastructure & Operations team as a full-time Municipal Employee and enjoy a diverse, hands-on role maintaining roads, parks, sporting facilities and public spaces our community relies on every day.
Working with a supportive team, you'll help deliver essential services while operating a range of plant and equipment in a role where no two days are the same.
About us
George Town Council is committed to delivering quality infrastructure and services that support our growing community.
Located in Tasmania's beautiful north-east, George Town offers an enviable lifestyle with stunning coastlines, world-class mountain biking, boating, fishing, wineries and distilleries, all within easy reach of Launceston.
What we offer
Permanent full-time position
Fortnightly RDO
Uniforms and PPE supplied
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to work across a variety of projects
Position Responsibilities
Maintain parks, reserves and public open spaces.
Assist with road and stormwater maintenance.
Operate and maintain plant and equipment.
Support civil construction and infrastructure projects.
Participate in emergency call-outs and after-hours work when required.
Qualifications and Skills
Essential
A satisfactory police clearance




Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment
Truck Licence (MR class)
Good communication and teamwork skills
Experience operating some or all of the following plant:
Backhoe
Front end loader
Tractor
Bobcat
Slasher
Excavator
Desirable
Traffic management accreditation
First Aid Certificate
Turf management or horticultural experience
Selection Criteria
Experience in landscaping, construction, municipal works or a similar field.
Ability to safely operate a range of plant and equipment.
Commitment to workplace health and safety.
Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate with the public.
Ability to follow instructions and use initiative.
How to Apply
Applicants for this position must submit a Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria to
••••@georgetown.tas.gov.au
.
Applications must be submitted no later than 5pm
on Thursday 20 August ****
.
Enquiries can be directed to Kris Airey, Operations Coordinator on the above email or by phoning
03 •••• •800
.
Please visit the George Town Council website for further information and to download a copy of the Position Description.

📌 Municipal Employee (Launceston)
🏢 George Town Council
📍 Launceston