1. A varied and challenging role will have the successful applicant work as part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for the construction and
maintenance of Council's infrastructure assets.
2. Competitive annual salary commencing at $71,962,pl us up to 14% superannuation
3. Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
About the RegionGympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Team Member Drainage
Remuneration:Annual salary commencin g at $71,962, plus up to 14% superannuationClosing Date: Sunday 12th April 2026 at 11.00pm AESTNo late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Role OverviewThis position supports Council's direction by undertaking a wide range of labouring, plant operation and truck driving tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for the construction and maintenance of Council's infrastructure assets in accordance with recognised standards.The position is primarily in the Operations Roads and Drainage crew as Team Member Drainage, however depending on the program being delivered and workloads the position maybe moved to other crews within the Capital Delivery and Assets and Operations Roads and Drainage teams.
* Demonstrated ability to undertake specialised tasks including operation of plant, vehicles, equipment and tools in a competent and proficient manner.
* Demonstrated physical agility and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting and bending.
* Demonstrated ability to maintain harmony within a team and foster good working relationships with all council employees and members of the public.
* Demonstrated ability to plan and organise complex road construction and maintenance work under limited supervision.
* Queensland 'HR' Class drivers licence or above that is current and maintained. Plus, other licences or competencies relevant to plant and equipment/trucks at this level of the Award.
* Construction Industry White/Blue card.
* Competency to operate an Excavator.
* Competency to conduct Civil Construction Skid Steer Loader Operations.
* Operate and maintain medium complexity plant and equipment in a competent and efficient manner to deliver council's work program in accordance with the level of the Award.
* Perform labouring tasks in a safe, competent, efficient and timely manner to deliver councils work program to quality standards.
* Identify new ways to improve work practices in accordance with council's continuous improvement commitment.
PositionDescription
For a full position descriptioncontaining essential and desirablecriteria, please click here.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Roads Maintenance, Robert Dwine on 07-54 81 0874 o r email robert.dwine@ gympie.qld.gov.au
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au
What we offer?
* Access to employee health and well-being programs
* Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
* Long service leave after seven years
* Generous superannuation scheme of up to 14 per cent
* Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
* Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
* Accountability
* Communication
* Customer Service Focused
* Integrity
* Teamwork and Collaboration
For a full explanation of our values please clickhere. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medicaland national police.
Keen to apply? -Simply follow the instructions below:
1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications,licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunda y 12th April 2026a t 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted.Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
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Do you have the right to work in Australia? (This is a mandatory requirement for the position.) *
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EEO Data CollectionProviding this information is voluntary. Any information that you do provide will remain confidential and will only be used as statistical information to assist with equity and diversity policy development and reporting.Do you identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?
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* In 2 pages or less, please outline your suitability for this position having regard to the Essential Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Criteria as outlined in the position description. *
DeclarationI declare the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my current knowledge. I understand that any employment offer will be based on the accuracy of this application and results of relevant checks and any misrepresentation of the facts or omission of relevant material may be a cause for dismissal. *
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