Job Description

Join Our Team as a Labourer /n

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible impact on your community? Do you have a passion for construction and maintenance work? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

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Mackay Regional Council is dedicated to serving our vibrant community of approximately 125,000 residents. We are committed to fostering a dynamic workforce culture and innovative leadership. Our mission is to enhance the local economy, attract new industries, and provide essential services while upholding our core values: Safety and Well-Being, Respect, Collaboration, Service Excellence, and Integrity.

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As a Labourer for the water/sewer construction team within field services, you will play a vital role in the construction of water and sewer projects. Your duties will include supporting plumbers on-site, driving trucks, and operating various plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities /n

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- Customer Service: Provide a high level of customer service to all MRC clients, both internal and external.

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- Labouring Tasks: Perform labouring tasks associated with construction and maintenance work on water and sewerage assets as well as other construction projects as required.

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- Operate Equipment: Competently operate rigid motor vehicles with GVM up to 15 tonnes, small ride-on equipment, and light mechanical plant (1) .

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- Quality Implementation: Assist in the implementation of all quality requirements for the work.

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- Safety and Compliance: Contribute to daily pre-start toolbox talks, identify hazards and unsafe work practices, and implement appropriate controls.

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- Signage and Traffic Management: Plan, install,



and remove signage for works carried out in road reserves in accordance with recommended standards, after suitable training.

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- Paperwork: Complete all required paperwork for client complaints and other associated tasks in a prompt and detailed manner.

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- Environmental Compliance: Work within the confines of environmental legislation, ensuring best practice work procedures with minimum environmental impact.

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- Additional Responsibilities: Undertake other responsibilities as delegated by your immediate supervisor within the scope of this position.

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Qualifications Essential: /n

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- General Construction Safety ‘White’ Card.

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- QLD “C” Class Driver’s Licence or interstate equivalent (must be transferred to QLD within three months of commencement).

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Desirable /n

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- Current Skid Steer Ticket.

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Experience Essential: /n

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- Experience in construction/maintenance labouring.

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- Experience in Traffic Management Implementation.

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- Experience in construction/maintenance labouring in water and sewerage reticulation systems.

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- Experience in concrete finishing and pipelaying.

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Skills /n

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- Ability to read, write, and perform basic numerical calculations to a standard relevant to the duties involved in the position.

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- Sound skills in oral and written communication.

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- Manual handling skills with the ability to work safely.





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- Ability to competently and safely operate trucks and other motorized equipment.

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- Ability to work with others and foster a team environment.

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- Ability to adapt to changing work environments and/or conditions while maintaining a positive attitude.

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Knowledge /n

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- Knowledge of the Workplace Health and Safety regulations relevant to the Construction Industry.

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- Knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures for water and sewer as well as roads and drainage assets.

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Special Requirements /n

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- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime outside normal hours, where required, to undertake assigned tasks.

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- Commitment to working cooperatively with others and fostering a team environment in line with the Civil Operations/Civil Projects Team Book.

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Why Join Us? /n

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- Annual base salary of $68,055 - $69,400 (the level offered will be determined on the successful candidates’ qualifications and experience)

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- 9-day fortnight roster.

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- May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.

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- Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.

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- Study and assistance programs for career development.

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- Learning and career development opportunities.

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- Employee Assistance Program.

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- Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.

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- Active Social Clubs.

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- Be part of a dedicated team committed to community engagement and public service.

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- Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects.

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- Supportive work workplace with opportunities for professional growth.

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📌 Field Services Labourer (Mackay)
🏢 Mackay Regional Council
📍 Mackay