Civil Maintenance Labourer
Permanent full-time role
Kiama Council is committed to promoting diversity and fostering inclusion.
We currently have an opportunity for a Civil Maintenance Labourer to join our team.
This position is being readvertised - previous applicants need not reapply and will be considered for this role.
In the role of Civil Maintenance Labourer, you will assist with the full range of civil maintenance and construction activities across the municipality in a safe and efficient manner.
This will involve:
* Liaising with the Team Leader to ensure civil maintenance works are planned and coordinated as required
* Conducting general maintenance works on the Council's road network to identify and rectify defects
* Installing and maintaining signage across the road network and other Council areas
* Undertaking painting and line marking of roads and footpaths
* Carrying out the general maintenance to various council assets
* Undertaking traffic control in accordance with Council's policies
* Working in accordance with relevant Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS).
What we offer...
* Permanent full-time role, nine-day working fortnight equating to a 38-hour week
* Commencing annual salary from $57,976 to $63,919
(salary is dependent on qualifications, skills and experience)
* Progressive annual salary up to $70,471
* Payment of licenses, tickets and courses essential for your role
* Access to the Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Programs for yourself and your immediate family
* Two paid health and wellbeing days each year
What you'll need to be successful in the role...
It's essential that you have the following:
* WHS construction induction white card
* Safe Work NSW Traffic Controller - TC
* Safe Work NSW Implement Traffic Control Plan – IMP
It would also be beneficial to have any of the following:
* MR Drivers Licence
* Level 1 Chainsaw Operator's Certificate
* ChemCert Certificate
* Safe Work NSW Prepare a Work zone Traffic Management Plan – PW
* Recent Civil Maintenance & Construction Experience.
Pre-Employment Checks
Your employment will be subject to a pre-employment medical, national criminal record check and verification checks to determine your suitability for employment.
All employees and other workers must uphold and promote safety and wellbeing for children and young people
Further information can be found in the position description.
A merit list may be created for any similar roles that arise within the next six months. Future roles may include permanent part-time, full-time and casual arrangements.
Closing Date: Monday 19 January 2026 at 11:30pm.
Click 'Apply' to submit your application, or for more information contact Jack Windley, Civil Maintenance Coordinator on ***.
What you'll love about working for Kiama Council…
We understand the need for flexibility and can offer:
* Accrued flex time allowing up to two days off each month for indoor staff
* Hybrid working arrangements e.g. work from home
Generous leave entitlements including:
* Paid parental leave
* Fifteen days of sick leave
* Long service leave after five years
* Casual loading in lieu of leave entitlements for casual employees
We value your health and wellbeing and offer:
* Access to theFitness Passport
* Access to the Employee Assistance Program
* Two paid health and wellbeing days each year
Access to social club events for social club members:
* BBQ's, raffles and year-round events and celebrations
* Birthday and Christmasvouchers
We encourage professional development and learning and development opportunities including:
* Study assistance
* On the job training
* Payment of licenses, tickets and courses deemed essential for your role
What you'll enjoy about the Kiama LGA...
Join our dedicated and enthusiastic team who are committed to creating a Municipality that has a healthy, vibrant, beautiful environment and harmonious connected and resilient community. We are focused on, not only achieving our organisational goals but assisting staff to realise their professional and personal goals.
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