Bathurst Regional Council

Labourer – Works

About the role

Bathurst Regional Council currently has an opportunity for the right candidate to join the Work's section as a Labourer. In this role you will be required to undertake general labouring duties associated with Council’s road construction and maintenance activities.

To be successful in this role you must hold a current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence, as a minimum, and have knowledge and experience in the operation of minor plant associated with road construction and maintenance.  Experience working with concrete and/or bitumen is also a key requirement.

Council is also looking to create a pool of casual labourers from this recruitment process. 

Key Requirements

• A current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence, as a minimum
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Experience in general labouring duties 
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team member

Knowledge and experience of road construction and maintenance principles

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position requiring labouring and concreting work
• Adequate numeracy and literacy skills to fulfil the requirements of the position

What we can offer

• Work/Life Balance 
• Rostered day off every fortnight 
• Generous leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym membership 
• Employee education assistance 
• Access to training and professional development opportunities 
• Access to confidential employee assistance program  

To view the Position Summary click here

This position requires a pre-employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.

Salary: $980.20 - $1,081.99 per week + adverse working conditions allowance level 1 of $18.92 per week + superannuation

Position Status: Permanent Full-time 

Hours of work: 38 hours per week with an RDO every fortnight

Application closing date: Sunday, 9 February 2025, at 11.59 pm

Contact Officer: Craig Gallegos - 02 6333 6192

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.