About the Business
South Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.
Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members.
We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.
Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure.
These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community.
We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives.
With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.
Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure.
Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.
Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public.
We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation.
We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.
South Burnett Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce.
This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability,



or sexual orientation.
About the Region
The South Burnett Region is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast.
The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer.
The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks
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About the roles
Based in Kingaroy
Permanent Full Time
$67K- $69K per annum + Allowances + Super
Council is seeking an officer to assist our Fleet team with day-to-day operations of truck fleet and other plant and equipment for all Council departments.
This position will transport plant, equipment and water tankers to various job sites, council facilities and out of the region for repairs.
They will also maintain records of plant and vehicle movements to monitor mobilisation and utilisation data.
The successful applicant will have relevant experience in operating and working with heavy earthmoving plant and machinery.
Sound organisational skills with the ability to establish work priorities, complete assigned tasks within required standards and meet deadlines with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Mandatory Qualifications
Minimum requirement of a current HC Truck driver's licence, with a willingness to obtain MC Truck licence




Load and unload plant competency, or willingness to obtain
General Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certificate (White Card)
Perks and perks
Work/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)
Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
Access to Salary Packaging Benefits, corporate memberships and Health and Wellbeing programs
Skills and experience
**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**
Substantial relevant experience in operating and working with heavy earthmoving plant and machinery with the ability to load and unload a variety of equipment onto the Prime Mover.
Sound literacy and numeracy skills.
Proven ability to prioritise tasks, follow direction and work under minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Sound understanding of NHVR legislation and workplace health and safety principles and practices.
Lodging your application
Please make sure your application includes:
A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria.
Current resume.
Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description.
Please note, seek only has the option to provide two attachments, one being your cover letter and the other being your resume.
In order to provide key selection criteria and copies of qualifications/ tickets, please include these into your cover letter document/ attachment.
For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit:
Applications close 4:00pm Friday, 28 August ****.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.
For further information please contact People and Culture on
(07) •••• •100
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📌 Truck Driver (Float) (Toowoomba)
🏢 South Burnett Regional Council
📍 Toowoomba