Salary Range: Base Salary $75,647 per annum + super, plus applicable allowances, overtime and penalty rates, which may increase total annual earnings by $21,000 or more depending on work performed. Additional entitlements and overtime do not form part of the advertised base salary.
We're chasing a hardworking Wastewater Ganger/Licenced Drainer to lead a small crew out in the field, keeping our wastewater network running safely and reliably.
You'll be on the tools as well as supervising and planning the day's jobs, organising materials and gear, and making sure work gets done properly, on time and within budget. Using your Drainer's Licence, you'll carry out and oversee drainage works, fix and maintain house drains, gravity and pressure mains, clear blockages, repair pipes, and build or repair manholes. You'll also look after pump stations, including cleaning probes and wet wells, keeping the site tidy, and checking and reporting on how the equipment is running.
The role includes general construction work like concreting, block work and carpentry, smoke testing the sewer system, and cleaning up and disinfecting any wastewater spills. You'll work closely with Team Leaders, other crews, contractors and the public, always delivering good customer service and following Council procedures, safety rules and environmental standards. We're looking for someone who takes safety seriously, does quality work, and is committed to best practice and looking after the environment.
This role is required to participate in the on‐call roster and overtime arrangements as required, to resolve out of hours operational issues or emergency works including disaster management. The on‐call roster is generally 1 week in every 6 weeks.
Qualifications and Experience
* Essential – Current Drainer's licence or relevant superior qualification.
* Current "MR" class driver's licence.
* Confined Space Entry ticket and a good knowledge of confined space entry procedures.
* Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD).
* Ability to receive Immunisation against Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B provided through Council.
* Ability to work as part of a team and also independently, including the ability to supervise work crews.
* Knowledge of and experience in operation and maintenance of wastewater distribution and reticulation systems, including maintenance, repair and construction techniques and operation and maintenance of pump stations.
* Ability to read and understand basic mechanical and civil engineering drawings and to create as constructed plans.
* Ability to understand and operate pump station control (SCADA) Systems.
* A working knowledge of the National Plumbing and Drainage Standard AS/NZS 3500.2.22003 and the Plumbing and Drainage Act and Regulation.
* Good supervisory and problem‐solving skills along with good written and oral communication skills.
Please visit our website at https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au for information on how to apply and to view the Position Description.
Applications close 11:45pm, Thursday 12 March 2026
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