Labourer Hiring In Australia

Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking an experienced Plant Operator/Labourer to join the Fitzroy River Water team in Mount Morgan. This permanent full-time role is your chance to work on essential water and wastewater projects while operating a variety of machinery and contributing to vital civil works. If you’re a solid team player with a proactive safety mindset and a willingness to grow, we offer a stable, rewarding career with fantastic work-life balance and Council benefits.

Company Overview

Rockhampton Regional Council is a large, values-driven employer of over 1,000 people, dedicated to making a real difference in our community. Through Fitzroy River Water, we manage essential services that are critical to the region’s health and prosperity. We foster a supportive, innovative, and diverse workplace where employees are proud to deliver services that improve lives. We invest in our team through strong leadership, ongoing development, and a culture that truly values work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

You will be a key member of our Mount Morgan crew, tackling a diverse range of projects. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Safely operating a variety of plant and machinery, including excavators, backhoes, skid steers, and trucks (with an MR licence) on major water and wastewater projects.
• Performing essential labouring tasks such as pipe laying, concreting, trenching, and general site preparation and clean-up.
• Assisting with the installation, upgrade, and maintenance of critical water pipelines and treatment plant infrastructure.
• Contributing to a proactive safety culture by identifying hazards, assessing risks, and consistently following safe work practices on every job.
• Working collaboratively as part of a close-knit team to efficiently complete projects and respond to maintenance needs.

Qualifications

We are looking for a motivated individual with the right mix of skills and attitude:

• Proven experience in general construction or maintenance labouring, supported by relevant operational tickets such as an MR Truck Licence, and tickets for Excavator, Backhoe, and Skid Steer operation.
• A strong, demonstrated commitment to safe work practices with the ability to recognise and mitigate hazards.
• A positive, reliable team player who enjoys physical, outdoor work and is motivated to learn and take on diverse tasks.
• While not essential, experience with water and sewerage infrastructure maintenance is highly regarded.
• The successful applicant must complete a satisfactory National Police Check.

Benefits and Perks

As a Council employee, you will enjoy an industry-leading employment package designed for security and wellbeing:

• A permanent annual salary of $73,569 (LGIA Stream B Level 5 + Site) plus a generous superannuation scheme of up to 18% (conditions apply).
•  A 9-day fortnight working 76 hours, with every second Monday off, providing excellent time for personal and family life.
• 17.5% annual leave loading, salary packaging/payroll deduction options, corporate membership discounts, and access to the Fitness Passport program.
• Ongoing training and development, a supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and active social clubs.
• The pride of contributing to essential, long-term infrastructure projects that directly benefit the Mount Morgan and wider Rockhampton region.

How to Apply

Ready to build a future with a leading regional Council? To apply, please prepare two key documents:

1. A 1-2 page Cover Letter using Council’s template, clearly addressing the two Application Criteria:
2. Your current Resume. For this Mount Morgan-based role, we look forward to receiving your application.