About The Role
As a Field Worker (Roads and Drainage) you will be part of the roads and drainage district team who are responsible for maintenance of Ipswich City Council infrastructure.
Your main focus will be working within a crew to maintain roads and drainage infrastructure and operating machinery and ensure assigned tasks are completed with limited supervision.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
* Footpath maintenance
* Remove silt, debris, and vegetation from drains, swales, and kerb and channel
* Repair damaged culverts, headwalls, or end treatments
* Reinstate erosion-control materials such as rock, geofabric, or turf
* Perform minor concrete works (footpaths, kerbs, drainage structures)
* Follow safety procedures including PPE use, hazard identification, and site risk assessments
View the position description for more details about the role.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Current C Class Drivers Licence
* Current Medium Rigid (MR) Drivers Licence is desirable
* Experience in civil construction or the ability to quickly gain knowledge of road and drainage maintenance
* A focus on proudly enhancing the quality life for the community
* Belief in our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership
About The Benefits
This is a permanent full-time position with a salary commencing at $68,049 plus 12.5% superannuation.
* 9-day fortnight: Every second weekend is a long weekend
* Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
* Work/Life balance: A supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
* Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
* Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
* Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
* Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
* Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more
About Us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state's fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
'Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.
We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
* A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
* A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 11 March 2026
Please direct any related questions to careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
Pre Employment Screening
Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
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