Labourer - Water Industry

A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY HAS ARISEN FOR LABOURERS TO JOIN A GREAT TEAM WITHIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT - WITH THE OPTION TO GAIN CERTIFICATE III WATER INDUSTRY WORKER
About the positions

• The Labourer position performs a broad range of tasks in a construction and/or maintenance work team.
• The base wage rate for this position is $1,107.53 gross, working a 38-hour week plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• In addition to the base wage rate, variable allowances are available (for example - on call, over time, asbestos allowances, wet weather).
• This is a Permanent Full-Time position based at the Principal Depot in Charlton.
• Enjoy work/life balance by participating in nine (9) day fortnight working arrangement.
• Opportunity to gain Certificate III Water Industry worker for further career progression.

How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria
Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience

• Current ‘MR’ Class Driver’s Licence.
• If not held, must be obtained within 3 months of employment, at the employee’s cost.
• Current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence.
• Year 10 education or a combination of experience, qualification and competence which enables the incumbent to perform all duties of the position.
• WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain prior to commencement.

Desirable qualification(s), training and/or experience

• Current ‘HR’ Class Driver’s Licence.
• Competency Certificate in Traffic Control, Quick Cut Saw Operation, Environmental Awareness, Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights and Dogging or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

How to apply
To apply, please submit your current resume and ensure you answer all of the application questions.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
Visit our website for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
For further information
Please contact Nick Owens 0407 020 067 within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is at 11.45pm, Tuesday 12 March 2024.
About Council
The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.