- Permanent Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- $74,957 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 3 + Site) + Superannuation
- Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Ready to build your future in Civil Operations? Take the next step and get your career moving.

This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop in-demand skills, and earn valuable plant tickets such as Excavator and Skid Steer certifications. Working alongside experienced crews, you'll play a vital role in delivering and maintaining the roads and infrastructure that keep the Rockhampton Region connected and thriving.

If you're looking for a career where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

- Hold a Construction Industry Induction (White Card).
- Must be capable of working harmoniously and productively in a diverse and multi skilled work team.
- Experienced Labourer in a civil construction and maintenance environment
- A positive demeanour with an ability with a customer focused attitude.
- Strong interest in gaining plant tickets such as a Skid Steer and Excavator.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council,



you will join a diverse and creative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice option
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

- A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;

- Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

- Demonstrated labouring experience in a civil construction environment or similar.
- Proven ability to follow instructions within a team environment, and to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
- Competency to obtain various plant tickets such as excavator and Skid Steer along with a “HR” class licence.

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Applications Close: Monday 16 November 2026 at Midnight (AEST)

📌 Labourer (Rockhampton)
🏢 Rockhampton Regional Council
📍 Rockhampton