Casual Labourer (FRW)
- Casual
- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- $45.36 per hour (LGIA Stream B Level 3 + Site) + Superannuation
- Location – Rockhampton
Your new role
Looking for flexibility and variety in your next role?
Join Fitzroy River Water as a Labourer and take on a diverse range of tasks across multiple locations in the region. In this role, you’ll support the construction and maintenance of essential water and sewerage services. Your day-to-day work may include general labouring duties, concreting, mowing, and operating a range of vehicles, machinery, and hand tools.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
- Strong labouring background and commitment to working safely at all times
- Team player who enjoys physical, outdoor work
- Willingness to work and learn the full range of roles and responsibilities within the team
- Demonstrated experience carrying out general and site maintenance on water and sewerage infrastructure, with an appreciation for the critical role these assets play.
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 value 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
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
- Relevant experience and qualifications (Whtie Card) working as a labourer in a general construction and maintenance environment (highly desirable experience water/sewerage services)
- Positive attitude, customer focussed and willingness to work within 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 20 April 2026 at Midnight (AEST)