Job No: GRC1565
A varied and challenging role, supporting Council's operational objectives by performing a wide range of labouring, plant operation and truck driving tasks as a member of Council's grading teams.
Competitive annual salary commencing at $71,962, plus up to 14% 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.
Remuneration
Annual salary commencing at $71,962, plus up to 14% superannuation.
Fixed Term
Initial fixed-term appointment of 12 months, with potential extension for an additional 12 months based on business needs.
Location
2 positions based at Gympie, 1 position based at Kilkivan.
Closing Date
Mon day 26th January 2026 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.
About the Opportunity
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
* 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.
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* 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.
* Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader Operations or equivalent.
Mandatory Requirements
* Queensland 'HR' Class driver's licence or above that is current and maintained. Plus other Licences or competences relevant to Plant and equipment/trucks at this level of the Award.
* Queensland General Construction Induction (White/Blue card) or equivalent.
* Conduct Roller Operations or equivalent.
The ability to Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader Operations or equivalent is mandatory to the role, however applicants without this competency are eligible to apply.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Roads Maintenance, Robert Dwine on or via email
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on or email
About the Benefits
GRC offers all valued staff considerable opportunities for professional development and education assistance, in addition to extending quality of life benefits such as health, fitness & wellbeing programs and employee assistance to their families.
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.
* Access to professional development and employee education assistance.
* Long service leave after seven years.
* Access to salary sacrificing.
* 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.
Applications close
Applications close on Monday 26 January 2026 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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