Council is seeking applications for the position of Water and Wastewater Labourer to assist with maintaining and constructing water and sewerage services, supporting Council in meeting its statutory obligations as a service provider.

About the role

This position involves general labouring duties within the Water and Wastewater reticulation and operational areas (as directed) daily. Other duties for this position in the maintenance of sewerage pump stations and assisting with water meter reading and maintenance. The Labourer also has a responsibility to participate in the On-call Roster and attend to out-of-hours emergencies as required. This position will require the Labourer to use initiative to adapt to change and to take responsibility for the completion of assigned tasks.

Why work for us?

· 9-day fortnight (76hr fortnight)

· Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.

· 5 weeks Annual Leave per year





· 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years

· Salary Packaging available

· Supportive and inspiring team

· Active Social Club

· Fitness Passport Program

· Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The gross fortnightly wage for this position is $2,719.22 exclusive of applicable allowances and overtime.

Applications close on Monday, 21 September 2026 at 9:00am.

For further information please visit Council's website www.burdekin.qld.gov.au/employment

📌 Water and Wastewater Labourer (Ayr)
🏢 Burdekin Shire Council
📍 Ayr