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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsSouth Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.South Burnett Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.About the RegionThe South BurnettRegion is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours'' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.About the rolesBased in KingaroyPermanent Full Time$58K- $60K per annum + Allowances + SuperCouncil is seeking a Team Member to assist in the effective and efficient operation, maintenance and construction of Councils water and wastewater infrastructure. This position will undertake general labouring duties to construct and repair broken water mains, prepare work sites, lay pipework and install/replace water meters. The successful applicant will have previous experience performing labouring duties, able to follow directions, hold basic literacy and numeracy skills, and have ability to work effectively in a team environment with sound communication skills.Additional FactorsParticipation in after hours and weekend work is a requirement of this positionLevel of fitness required to undertake a broad range of physical tasksImmunisation injections will be required for Tetanus, Hepatitis A and BWillingness to travel across the region is a requirement of this positionMandatory QualificationsMinimum requirement of a current C Class drivers licenceGeneral Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card)Desirable QualificationsConfined Space Entry TicketPlumbing knowledge and experienceBenefits and perksWork/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)Up to 12% employer superannuation contributionAccess to Salary Packaging Benefits, corporate memberships and Health and Wellbeing programsSkills and experience**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**Proven ability to follow directions and work unsupervised.Basic literacy and numeracy skills.Sound interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a team environment.Lodging your applicationPlease make sure your application includes:A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria.Current resume.Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description.Please note, seek only has the option to provide two attachments, one being your cover letter and the other being your resume. In order to provide key selection criteria and copies of qualifications/ tickets, please include these into your cover letter document/ attachment.For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100 .Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Australian driver''s licence? Do you have a heavy vehicle driver''s licence? Which of the following confined space courses have you completed? Do you have experience with pipe laying? How many years'' experience do you have as a civil labourer?OUR VISIONSouth Burnett...unique communities working together in a strong and vibrant region.OUR VISIONSouth Burnett...unique communities working together in a strong and vibrant region.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr