About the business
Mount Isa City Council provides employment for approximately 200 employees in a variety of full time, part time, contractual and casual positions.
These positions cover the full scope of Council operations from administration, financial, professional and technical roles to operational positions within the various sections.
About the role
This position is to support operations at the Council's sewerage treatment plant facility and provide support in the operation of water quality facilities. Functions will include truck driving, labouring, water sampling and miscellaneous maintenance.
No qualification? No problem, for the right candidate, we will train you and support your study in gaining a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations qualification.
Please read the Position Outline for further information on the role.
About You
• Assist with the operations of the sewerage treatment plant including the requirement to be on the on-call rotation for after-hours call outs and part time attendance at the treatment plant on weekends.
• Previous experience conducting labourer/truck driving duties in a safe manner as part of an operational team in a similar work environment.
• General Construction Induction QLD (White Card)
• Current MC or MR/HR Driver's Licence – mandatory.
• Tickets highly desirable – loader, bobcat, water truck, skid steer, backhoe or any other applicable ticket for construction and maintenance activities.
• Ability to use electronic timesheet system or willingness to learn.
• Proven capacity to work outdoors in the heat for long periods of time.
What's in it for you?
When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace
HOW TO APPLY
* Fill out Application Form
* Submit through Seek, or
* Submit online at:, or
* Email Human Resources on
Please note that:
* Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.
* Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
* Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.