Bathurst Regional Council

Labourer – Water Operations and Maintenance

Weekly Salary: $980.20 - $1,029.86 per week + Level 1 Adverse Working Conditions Allowance of $18.92 per week

Position Status: Permanent Full-time

Hours of Work: 38 hours per week with an RDO every three weeks

Contact Officer: Kristian Miller - 02 6333 6296

About the Opportunity

Join Bathurst Regional Council’s Water & Waste Section and play a vital role in maintaining our community’s water infrastructure. As a Labourer in Water Operations and Maintenance, you’ll support the Water Service Operator in efficiently and safely carrying out tasks to enhance the Water Reticulation System.

About the role

Your responsibilities will include assisting with the installation, repair, and maintenance of water mains, hydrants, and gate valves. Other tasks include conducting routine flushing of water mains and sewers and responding to customer service requests related to water leaks and pressure issues.

Essential Criteria:

• Licensing: Current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Certifications: White Card
• Experience: Proven Experience in the utilisation of small plant used in the construction industry
• Skills: Logical thinking skills, Adequate numeracy & literacy
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team

What we can offer

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a rostered day off every three weeks & generous leave entitlements

Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression

Supportive Environment: Be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality services to the community & access to employee assistance program

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Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to lead critical infrastructure projects that directly benefit our community and environment, APPLY NOW and take the next big step in your career!

Application close: Sunday, 15 June 2025, at 11.30 pm

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.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.