$71,186 per annum + Leading Hand Allowance + super + benefitsPermanent Full-TimeCivil, Infrastructure Operations and DeliveryBundaberg Region
About Us
At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you'll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.
Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia's fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature's palette can create.
What We Offer
* An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading.
* 9-day fortnight roster.
* Access to Fitness Passport.
* PPE supplied.
* Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program.
* Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth.
* Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team.
* Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued.
Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.
About The Opportunity
Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking a multi-skilled Leading Hand - Grader Operator to join the Civil Works team at Kalkie Depot, performing maintenance, repair and construction activities, and leading small work crews to deliver outcomes across roads and drainage projects. A significant portion of the role is to operate a single grader in situations of moderate to high complexity and precision. The role also assists the Supervisor, including leading small teams and completing task/project documentation.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
* Maintain a safe working environment
* Operate mobile plant, including a grader in situations of moderate to high complexity and precision
* Work on roads in proximity to traffic
* Manual handling and physical labouring tasks
* Perform roads and drainage construction and maintenance work to a trade equivalent standard
* Work with underground utilities and services
* Place and finish concrete, setup simple formwork and steel fixing
* Complete daily plant and operational paperwork/documentation
* Lead small crews, motivating and encouraging team members
* Assist with after-hours emergency work when required
* Undertake other reasonable duties directed by management within your capabilities, including during staff absences
* Use and record information using computer technologies
About You
You will require (Mandatory):
* Class MR Driver Licence.
* Demonstrated experience in the operation of a Grader (competency evidence must be provided).
* Demonstrated significant experience in roads and drainage construction and maintenance at a trade equivalent standard, e.g. placing/finishing concrete, sprayed bituminous and asphalt work, timber carpentry, road furniture installation and line marking.
* Demonstrated high-level ability to work within a team to ensure outcomes are achieved.
* Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with internal and external parties.
* Demonstrated team leadership skills with ability to motivate and encourage team members.
* Possession of a Construction Industry General Safety Induction Card (White Card).
* Ability to complete Working at Heights Certificate if not already held, or provide current competency evidence.
* Ability to complete Working in Proximity to Traffic training prior to commencement if not already held, or provide current competency evidence.
Advantageous (Desired):
* Class HR or HC Driver Licence.
* Sound experience undertaking traffic control and signage set-out on public roads (MUTCD Levels 1 or 2 would be an advantage).
To view the Position Description for this role, please click here.
The Selection Process
We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application online by clicking the "Apply" button. Please include:
1. A current resume
2. A cover letter addressing the "About You" section (max. 2 pages).
For enquiries, please contact or Please quote job reference BDBRC1466.
Applications close on Friday 02 January 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.
Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.