Varied and challenging roles at Gympie Regional Councils Logistics and Quarry Operations.
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $70,883, plus up to 13% superannuation. Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
About the Region
Gympie 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.
Multiskilled Operators x 4 Positions
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $70,883, plus up to 13% superannuation.
Closing Date: Sunday 5 October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. No 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.
Gympie Regional Council currently has four exciting opportunities for experienced multiskilled operators. We are seeking Team Member Quarry Operations x 2 and Team Member Logistics & Quarries x 2. These positions are full-time permanent positions:
Team Members Logistics & Quarries (x2)
The Team Member Logistics and Quarries performs a diverse range of heavy vehicle and plant operations, as well as labouring duties, within a multi-disciplinary team. As part of the Fleet and Logistics section the role provides essential support to various council teams involved in the production of quarry materials and the construction and maintenance of council’s infrastructure assets, ensuring all work is completed in alignment with recognised standards.
- Queensland Driver Licence Class Heavy-Combination (HC) or above that is current and maintained.
- RIIMP0320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations
- RIIMPO321B – Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled front end loader Operations
- RIIMPO337D Conduct articulated haul truck operations
- Construction Industry White/Blue Card
- Understanding of their obligations under the Mining Quarrying Safety and Health Act 1999 and the Mining Quarrying Safety and Health Regulations 2017
- Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and planning of daily work activities in association with quarry operations
- Demonstrated ability to perform work from home activities
- Demonstrate the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
- Demonstrated ability to undertake specialised tasks including operation of plant, vehicles, equipment and tools in a competent and proficient manner
- 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 quarry production and maintenance work activities
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills associated with quarry operations and processes
Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
Team Member Quarry Operations (x2)
Team Member Quarry Operations supports council’s direction by undertaking a role to support the Quarry supervisor. In this position you will be required to undertake a wide range of labouring, plant operation and truck driving tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for the production of quarry materials in accordance with recognised standards.
- Queensland Driver Licence Class Heavy-Combination (HC) or above that is current and maintained
- RIIMP0320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations
- RIIMPO321B Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled front end loader Operations
- RIIMPO337D Conduct articulated haul truck operations
- Construction Industry White/Blue Card
- Understanding of their obligations under the Mining Quarrying Safety and Health Act 1999 and the Mining Quarrying Safety and Health Regulations 2017
- Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and planning of daily work activities in association with quarry operations
- Demonstrated ability to perform remote work activities
- Demonstrate the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
- Demonstrated ability to undertake specialised tasks including operation of plant, vehicles, equipment and tools in a competent and proficient manner
- 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 quarry production and maintenance work activities
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills associated with quarry operations and processes
Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Quarry Operations, Ben Milner via email
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on or email
What we offer?
- Nine-day fortnight
- 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 13 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 click here. 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, medical and 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 Sunday 5 October 2025 at 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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