Road Sweeper Operator - Gympie Regional Council
Gympie, Queensland, Australia · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- AUD 75,342 – AUD 75,342 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 jam yang lalu
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- This role is open exclusively to current employees of Gympie Regional Council.
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
Position Overview
Gympie Regional Council invites current employees to join our Infrastructure Services team as a Road Sweeper Operator. This hands-on role primarily involves operating a road sweeper to maintain roads and infrastructure, while also participating in a multi-skilled maintenance team to assist with various civil construction and maintenance projects across the Council's road network and assets.
Primary Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain road sweepers and other medium-complexity machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform labour-intensive duties related to the construction and upkeep of roads, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, and other civil assets.
- Support Council’s maintenance and construction objectives by delivering high-quality work.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and work independently as necessary.
- Utilize technology to enhance a mobile workforce and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Promote and uphold a strong safety culture by adhering to safe work practices, identifying occupational risks, and engaging in health and safety initiatives.
- Respond professionally to operational requirements while fostering positive relationships with colleagues and the community.
- Carry out additional duties appropriate to the role as needed.
Candidate Profile
Mandatory Qualifications and Skills:
- Current Queensland MR Class Driver Licence or higher.
- Valid Construction Industry White Card.
- Proven experience operating medium rigid vehicles, tractors, and slashers on varied terrains.
- Physical fitness capable of frequent manual tasks such as lifting, bending, and working outdoors.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to service excellence.
- Dedication to workplace health and safety.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience in civil construction and maintenance including roads, earthworks, pavements, drainage, stormwater, and concreting.
- Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant Operations, or equivalent.
- Queensland HR Class Driver Licence.
- Traffic Management Level 2 certification (RIIWHS302D Implement Traffic Plans).
- Front End Loader competency (RIIMPO321F).
- Chainsaw and Pole Saw accreditation.
Benefits and Additional Information
- Competitive annual salary starting at $75,342 plus up to 15% superannuation.
- Entitlement to a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO).
- Access to health and wellness programs.
- Opportunities for salary sacrifice and packaging arrangements.
- Supportive team environment emphasizing safety, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Additional Details
Applications close Sunday 16 August 2026 at 11:00pm AEST. Only applications submitted through the Council’s online system will be considered; late applications will not be accepted. This position is exclusively for existing Gympie Regional Council employees. For position inquiries, contact the Coordinator Roads Maintenance at 07 5481 0874 or robert.dwine@gympie.qld.gov.au. For application assistance, contact Officer Recruitment at 07 5481 0971 or sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Gympie Regional Council is committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds including First Nations people.