* Permanent Full Time
* Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9-day fortnight
* $72,271 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 4 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
* Location – Rockhampton
Your new role
Ready to put your civil construction skills to work?
Join our Civil Operations team as a Truck Driver/Labourer where you'll operate tipper trucks and plant to help deliver essential road construction and maintenance projects across the region.
You'll also get hands-on with labouring duties including pipe laying, pothole patching, concreting support, compaction, signage setup and site preparation. If you're safety-focused, skilled with small machinery and hand tools and enjoy working in a multi-skilled team, this role is for you.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
* Hold a Construction Industry Induction (White Card)
* Ability to legally operate under a "HR" Class Licence (Manual preferred)
* Extensive experience in the operation and maintenance of trucks and plant, preferably in the civil construction industry.
* Must be capable of working harmoniously and productively in a diverse and multi skilled work team.
* A working knowledge of the requirements for small machinery and hand tool operation and maintenance, including two-way radios.
* A positive demeanour with an ability with a customer focused attitude.
What you'll get in return
As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.
* Supportive Work/Life Balance
* A large employer with a strong values driven culture
* A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Corporate membership discounts
* Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
* 17.5% annual leave loading
* Wages paid fortnightly
* Employee Assistance Program
* Fitness Passport and active social clubs
What you need to do next
To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:
* A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
* Your Current resume.
Application Criteria
* HR Class Truck Licence, Traffic Management Implementation and experience in the operation of tip trucks within a civil construction environment.
* Solid labouring experience in a Civil Construction environment and adhering to WHS practices.
* Ability to work in a diverse and multi-skilled team whilst promoting a positive attitude.
Please use Council's cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Applications Close: Monday 19 January 2026 at Midnight (AEST)