Position Vacant Labourer/Crew Member (Construction) CASUAL POSITIONS At the Paroo Shire Council, we believe that our success starts with our people. We are committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment where team members feel supported and valued. As the Labourer/Crew Member (Construction), you will undertake general labouring, construction and maintenance activities across Council worksites, helping deliver safe, practical and high-quality services to the community. The position supports Council construction and maintenance crews through manual tasks, road and drainage works, bitumen patching, concreting, paving, site preparation, cleaning and other assigned duties. You will operate vehicles, hand tools and small plant within your training and competency, follow supervisor directions and contribute to safe, efficient teamwork. An immediate start is on offer. POSITION DESCRIPTION (CONSTRUCTION) Award: Queensland Local Government Industry Award (Stream B) – State 2017 Classification Level: Level 2 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Department / Team: Infrastructure / Operations Reports to: Construction Supervisor Supervises: Nil Our Values In making and implementing our decisions, we will be guided by the principles of integrity, efficiency and continuous improvement and exhibit the following core values: Pride, Accountability, Respect, Open & Transparent, Opportunities for Employment, Safety and Commitment Position Objectives As the Labourer / Crew Member (Construction), you will undertake general labouring, civil construction and maintenance activities across Council worksites, completing assigned tasks safely, efficiently and to the required standard. Working under the direction of the Construction Supervisor and relevant site supervisors, the position supports road and drainage works,



bitumen patching, paving, concreting, site upkeep and other operational activities. The role operates appropriate vehicles, hand tools and plant within the employee’s training, licences and demonstrated competency. The role is predominantly field-based and physically active, including outdoor work in varying weather and remote Shire conditions. The employee follows approved work instructions, reports hazards and defects promptly, and works collaboratively to achieve work quality, program and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities
- Undertake general labouring duties and complete assigned construction and maintenance tasks safely, on time and to the required standard.
- Assist with road and drainage construction and maintenance, including site preparation, excavation support, pavement repairs, bitumen patching, shoulder works and clean-up.
- Assist with concreting, kerb and footpath works, paving, placement of materials, minor civil repairs and other construction activities as directed.
- Carry out manual handling, loading and unloading, rubbish collection, street sweeping, vegetation management, lawn maintenance and gardening as required.
- Operate Council vehicles, hand tools, power tools and small plant only where appropriately licensed, trained, competent and authorised.
- Carry out pre-start checks, routine cleaning and basic care of allocated tools, vehicles,



plant and equipment; report faults, defects and damage promptly.
- Follow directions from the Construction Supervisor and site supervisors, including approved plans, specifications, work instructions and safe work procedures.
- Complete required safety documentation, including plant pre-starts, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, JSAs, Take 5s and hazard reports.
- Apply safe manual handling practices, required personal protective equipment, traffic management controls and environmental protection measures at worksites.
- Identify and promptly report hazards, incidents, unsafe conditions, defective equipment and work quality concerns; participate in corrective actions within authority.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors, plant operators, other crew members and contractors to achieve the required quality, productivity and protected outcomes.
- Be punctual, fit for duty and reliable; communicate progress, delays, issues and resource needs promptly to the supervising officer.
- Participate in toolbox talks, WHS consultation, pre-start meetings, training and continuous improvement activities.
- Assist with site set-up, traffic control support (where appropriately accredited), barricading, housekeeping and reinstatement of work areas.
- Undertake work across different Council operational activities and locations as reasonably directed, within the employee’s skills, training and competency. Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Legal right to live and work in Australia.
- Current 'C' Class Queensland Driver's Licence or higher.
- Construction Induction Card (White Card).
- Ability to meet relevant pre-employment health assessment and Nati

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