Labourer
- Permanent Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9-day fortnight
- $71,709 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 3 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
- Location – Rockhampton
Your new role
Your next opportunity starts here!
Our Urban Operations team is looking for a motivated Labourer to help deliver projects across the Rockhampton Region. You’ll be hands-on with civil maintenance crews doing tasks like pipe laying, concreting, line marking and general labouring – no two days are the same!
Join our supportive team, build valuable skills, and play a real part in shaping the future of our community.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
- Hands-on experience in civil construction and maintenance, including general labouring, pipe laying, and concreting
- Reliable team player with strong communication skills
- Strong understanding of workplace safety and reporting requirements
- Positive attitude with pride in quality work and customer service
- Relevant licences and tickets, including White Card, driver’s licence MR required, HR (desirable), and plant tickets
- Ability to work outside of standard operational hours (subject to change)
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
- 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
- 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
- Demonstrated experience in a civil construction or maintenance role with relevant examples (Maintenance experience highly desirable).
- Positive attitude and willingness to work withing diverse teams.
- Safety focused and the ability to identify hazards and risks on the worksite
Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.
Applications Close: Monday 4 May 2026 at Midnight (AEST)