Shoalhaven City Council

Skilled Labourer – JR-1076

About the Role

This position is responsible for undertaking manual tasks using hand tools and the operation of small plant items, for the minor construction and/or maintenance of assets. This includes:

• Roads and road related infrastructure including drainage, kerb & gutter, bus shelters, footpaths, cycleways, parking areas, traffic facilities and bridges. Boat ramps, seawalls, jettys and flood mitigation assets
• Recreational facilities, parks and reserves, walking tracks and viewing platforms.
• Providing urgent works in response to emergencies within our community

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Experience working in civil construction and/or maintenance activities
• Class C Drivers Licence
• General Construction Induction Card (white card)
• Right to work in Australia

We are looking for someone who with the ability to work safely on a wide range of projects and deliver quality workmanship, either working independently or as part of a team.

How to Apply

Contact: Peter Burchmore - Team Supervisor 0409 220 935

Applications Close: Tuesday 20 May 2025 (at midnight)

You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement. For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. Do you have a minimum of 12 months work experience in civil construction or maintenance? Please briefly list previous employers and the type of work undertaken.
2. Please list your certificates, qualifications and licenses relevant to this position.
3. Why are you interested in working for Shoalhaven City Council?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

If you require assistance submitting your application please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• 4 weeks annual, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9 day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and training, including study assistance
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
• Access to financial advice and guidance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to reach out if they require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment processes to enable them to fairly demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace