Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations / Construction Maintenance and Operations
Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 38 hours/week)
Salary Range: Base Salary $66,475 per annum + super, plus applicable allowances, overtime and penalty rates, which may increase total annual earnings depending on work performed. Additional entitlements and overtime do not form part of the advertised base salary
Location: Wellington Street Depot - Mundingburra
Application Close: 11:45pm, Tuesday 24 March 2026
Join a hardworking team at one of Queensland’s largest regional councils, home to the biggest irrigation system in the state.
We’re looking for a practical, hands-on Irrigation Maintenance Worker who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and get stuck into a wide range of irrigation and general labouring work. In this role, you’ll be out in the field every day checking systems, finding and fixing leaks, repairing damaged parts, swapping out old components, and helping keep lawns, garden beds and public spaces watered and looking their best. You’ll work alongside experienced crew leaders, pitch in with the team, and help sort out basic plumbing and irrigation issues across the region.
You’ll also carry out site checks to keep work areas safe and tidy, and step into traffic control duties when required. The job can include after-hours and weekend work, and you’ll occasionally chat with members of the public, handling enquiries in a friendly and respectful way. If you’re reliable, take pride in doing a job well, and enjoy practical outdoor work that keeps your community running, this could be the role for you.
Qualifications And Experience
Our ideal candidate will have:
Mandatory
Demonstrated ability to identify and repair solenoid valves, program standalone controllers and identify and repair leaks in non-potable main/ lateral irrigation lines. Sound knowledge of plumbing activities including procedures for system shut down and commissioning and identification and selection of plumbing components needed to complete assigned tasks. Current Manual \"C\" class driver’s licence. Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD)
Desirable
Sound knowledge of operational procedures applicable to irrigation maintenance, particularly related to the provision of services in municipal parks and open spaces. Understanding of IRRInet irrigation controller systems. Certificate III in Irrigation
For Further Information Review The Position Description.
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave Natural Disaster Leave Uniforms and PPE provided Annual wage progression Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
Contact Person: Kane (Team Leader)
Contact Email: (for position enquiries only)
How To Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
For Further Information Review The Position Description.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.
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IMW_PD.pdf