Job Vacancy 26/46 - Water and Wastewater Labourer

Job Vacancy 26/46 - Water and Wastewater Labourer

Published on 04 September 2026

Council is seeking applications for the position of Water and Wastewater Labourer to assist with maintaining and constructing water and sewerage services, supporting Council in meeting its statutory obligations as a service provider.

About the role
This position involves general labouring duties within the Water and Wastewater reticulation and operational areas (as directed) daily. Other duties for this position in the maintenance of sewerage pump stations and assisting with water meter reading and maintenance. The Labourer also has a responsibility to participate in the On-call Roster and attend to out-of-hours emergencies as required. This position will require the Labourer to use initiative to adapt to change and to take responsibility for the completion of assigned tasks.

Why work for us?

• 9-day fortnight (76hr fortnight)
• Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years
• Salary Packaging available
• Supportive and motivating team
• Active Social Club
• Fitness Passport Program
• Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The gross fortnightly wage for this position is $2,719.22 exclusive of applicable allowances and overtime.

Application packages are available from the People & Culture Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link.

• Application Package(PDF, 158KB)

Applications for 26/46 – Water and Wastewater Labourer should include:

• A cover letter
• A current resume
• Statements addressing the selection criteria
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods (Word or PDF format is preferable):

• Email – [email protected]
• Mail – Confidential Application No. 26/46, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Monday, 21 September 2026 at 9:00am.

For further information please contact Roger Garner, Supervisor - Water and Wastewater on (07) 4783 9800.

Council is committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance to participate in the application or selection process, please contact People and Culture on (07) 4783 9800 so arrangements can be made.