* A varied and challenging role will have the successful applicant wide range of Truck driving, Plant operation and Labouring tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team.
* Competitive 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.
Team Member Logistics Level 6 (Multi Skilled Operator/Labourer)
Remuneration:Annual salary commencing at $70,883, plus up to 13% superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 28th September 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.
Role Overview*
This position supports council's direction by undertaking a wide range of Truck driving, Plant operation and Labouring tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team that provides support to Councils teams that are responsible for the construction and maintenance of council's infrastructure assets in accordance with recognised standards.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
* Demonstrated ability to undertake specialised tasks including operation and maintenance of Councils 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
* Driver Licence Class Heavy-Combination (HC) or above that is current and maintained.
* RIIMPO321B – Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled front end loader Operations
* Construction Industry White/Blue card.
Essential Requirements:
* Operate as a specialist, operating and maintaining medium complexity heavy plant and equipment in a competent and efficient manner to deliver council's work program in accordance with this level of the relevant 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.
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 Manager Fleet and Depot Operations, Gordon Robertson 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 head to Council's website and follow the "Careers at Council" link to submit your online application:
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 28th September 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.