Job Vacancy 26/47 - Fuel Truck Driver

Job Vacancy 26/47 - Fuel Truck Driver

Published on 14 September 2026

Burdekin Shire Council is seeking applications for a Fuel Truck Driver to join our Works team.

About the role
As Fuel Truck Driver, you will support Council’s Works operations by safely delivering and dispensing fuel, oil and other supplies to Council plant and equipment at job sites across the Burdekin Shire.

This role also assists with accurate product recording, basic plant checks, Depot grounds maintenance and communication with supervisors and workshop staff to help keep Council’s operations running safely and efficiently.

Why work for us?

• 9-day fortnight (76hrs fortnight)
• Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution
• Fitness Passport Program
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years
• Supportive and motivating team
• Active Social Club
• Flexible work arrangements
• 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 an hour and forty-five minutes from the magical Whitsundays.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The gross fortnightly wage for this position is $2,766.43 including Construction Allowance.

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, 177KB)

Applications for 26/47 – Fuel Truck Driver 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. 26/47, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Monday, 28 September 2026 at 11:59pm.

For further information please contact the Works Overseer – Clarke Wood 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.