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Labourer - Reticulation Maintenance Worker


Company : Townsville City Council


Location : Townsville, Australia


Created : 2025-06-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Infrastructure and Operations - Resource Recovery | Trades/ServicePermanent Full-Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight)Current ''MR'' class drivers licence or ability to obtainLGE 3 ($58,743 per annum + superannuation)Why Choose UsTownsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets, including water and wastewater networks and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues, and more.We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, recreational facilities, environmental and heritage protection, and fostering a healthy city.We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, building a vibrant, sustainable, and innovative city for current and future generations.Our vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle-driven, and innovation-focused city, delivering service excellence and community-led development.Our ValuesSafety, Excellence, Respect, Value, EnjoymentAbout the RoleTownsville City Council aims to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective water services. The role involves supporting water operations and maintenance by coordinating site access, permits, safety, and statutory permissions, and conducting activities for maintenance and breakdowns to minimize costs and downtime.In Bulk Water Treatment, responsibilities include flushing reticulation mains, monitoring water quality via chlorine residual testing, and addressing water reticulation quality issues.About YouRequired qualifications include:Current ''MR'' class drivers licence or ability to obtain within 6 monthsConstruction Industry White Card (30215 QLD)Ability to work as part of a team to ensure water supply is maintainedStrong community and customer relations skillsStrong work ethicUnderstanding of Workplace Health and Safety, Environmental Protection, EEO, anti-discrimination, privacy, and Local Government ActTraffic Management Implementation courseAsbestos awareness training and experience in asbestos piping removalDogman or Crane Chaser certificationHow to ApplySubmit your application via the ''Apply'' button, including a cover letter (max 2 pages), your resume, and copies of relevant licenses and qualifications.For more details, review the Position Description.Closing Date: 11:45 pm, Wednesday 21 May 2025What We Offer17.5% annual leave loadingUp to 5 weeks annual leaveUp to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave14 weeks paid Parental LeaveDomestic and Family Violence LeaveUp to 13.5% Superannuation employer contributionSalary Sacrifice optionsLearning and Development opportunitiesFitness Passport programEmployee Loyalty ProgramEmployee Assistance Program* The Council contribution to superannuation is 13.5% of earnings, with a minimum employee contribution of 6%.We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, cultural backgrounds, disabilities, and veterans.All candidates will undergo drug and alcohol testing. Townsville City Council maintains a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol in the workplace.For adjustments or accessibility needs during the recruitment process, contact hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or call 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr