General Labourers Wanted - Local Council Opportunities
Pay Rate: $*****ph - $*****ph | 9-Day Fortnight | Expression of Interest
Locations:
Across the Northern Rivers.
Please note:
Working Holiday Visa holders are not eligible for these opportunities.
Casual full-time hours that could lead to long-term placements and even permanent Council opportunities for the right candidates.
Are you looking for your next job or wanting to build a career within Local Government?
Spinifex Recruiting is seeking motivated and reliable labourers to register with us for upcoming Council opportunities across a range of departments.
These roles offer full-time hours, ongoing potential, and a great chance to get your foot in the door with local Councils throughout the Northern Rivers.
About the Roles
We regularly recruit for labouring positions across a variety of Council departments, including:
Civil Construction & Road Maintenance
Water & Wastewater Operations
Resource Recovery & Waste Facilities
Parks & Gardens
Open Spaces & General Maintenance
Infrastructure & Community Services
You'll be working alongside experienced Council teams helping deliver essential services and projects that directly benefit the local community.
Start Date:
Opportunities arise regularly, generally with ASAP starts
Pay Rate:
Depending on the role, between $*****ph - $*****ph
Schedule:
Full-time hours working a 9-day fortnight (every second Friday off!)
Depot Locations:
Byron Bay, Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah and surrounding areas
Duties May Include
General labouring and maintenance tasks
Assisting with civil construction and road maintenance works
Supporting water and wastewater operations
Resource recovery and waste facility duties
Parks and gardens maintenance, mowing, brush cutting, planting and landscaping
Operating hand and power tools
Assisting tradespeople,



plant operators and Council crews
Site clean-up and general housekeeping
Following all workplace health and safety procedures
What We're Looking For
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Previous experience in labouring, construction, civil, landscaping, maintenance, waste management or similar outdoor roles
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Team player who contributes positively to the workplace
Willingness to learn and take on a variety of tasks
Reliable, punctual and safety-focused
Essential Requirements
White Card (Construction Induction Card)
Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport
Minimum 6 months labouring, civil, construction, landscaping, maintenance or similar experience preferred
Ability to pass pre-employment checks including references, drug and alcohol screening, and physical assessments
Full Australian working rights (Working Holiday Visa holders are not eligible)
Bonus Points If You Hold
MR or HR Driver's Licence
Traffic Control Tickets
Plant Operator Tickets and relevant experience
Chainsaw, Brush Cutter or Chemical Application Tickets
Water Industry or Civil Construction tickets
Why Join Us?
Consistent full time hours
Fortnightly / weekly pay
Great team environment within Local Government
Every second Friday off
Genuine opportunity for long-term and permanent employment
Work that contributes directly to your local community
About Spinifex Recruiting - Byron Bay
Spinifex Recruiting is a trusted local recruitment agency proudly supporting the Northern Rivers region.
Based in Byron Bay, we connect great people with great jobs across Local Government and commercial industries.
With a strong focus on personalised service and long‐term partnerships, we're here to help you find work that fits your lifestyle and career goals.
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