Team Member - Road Grading and Maintenance (Fixed Term) Kilkivan

About the Opportunity

Gympie Regional Council invites applications for a fixed-term Team Member role based in Kilkivan, focused primarily on rural road grading, maintenance, and civil construction work. This position is full-time and onsite for an initial 12-month term, with possible extension depending on council needs. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplined maintenance team, contributing to the upkeep and improvement of essential local infrastructure.

Role Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain various plant, trucks, equipment, and hand tools.
• Carry out rural road grading, construction, and maintenance activities.
• Perform manual labour tasks including earthworks, drainage, stormwater management, pavements, concreting, and associated civil works.
• Collaborate with other council teams to complete scheduled works and adapt to priority changes.
• Organize and plan road construction and maintenance work with limited supervision.
• Identify workplace hazards and actively support health and safety initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and implement innovative workforce technologies.
• Respond professionally to community and council stakeholder requests.
• Undertake other relevant duties as required.

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating plant, vehicles, and equipment competently.
• Physically capable of performing demanding manual tasks, including heavy lifting and bending.
• Effective team player with positive interaction skills for colleagues and public.
• Ability to independently plan and organize operational activities.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Adaptability to changing work environments and priorities with sound judgement.
• Experience with road construction, earthworks, pavements, drainage, stormwater, or concreting is highly valued.
• Holds a current Queensland HR Class Driver Licence or higher.
• Holds relevant plant and equipment competencies and a Queensland General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Roller operation competency or equivalent is required.

Preferred Qualifications and Tickets

• Certification for Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader (RIIMPO321B).
• Certification in Skid Steer Loader Operations (RIIMPO318D).
• Certification in Excavator Operations (RIIMPO320F).
• Certification in Grader Operations (RIIMPO324F).
• Working at Heights and Traffic Management Implementation qualifications.
• Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant Operations, or related qualification.

Benefits and Remuneration

• Annual salary starting at $75,342 plus up to 15% superannuation.
• Nine-day fortnight work arrangement providing additional days off.
• Access to health and wellness programs and employee assistance services.
• Fitness Passport allowing subsidized gym memberships for employees and families.
• Professional development and education support opportunities.
• Salary sacrifice options and packaging arrangements.
• Long service leave entitlement after seven years of service.

Additional Information

Gympie Regional Council serves a rapidly growing region, balancing rural lifestyle with proximity to beaches and urban centers like Noosa, Sunshine Coast, and Brisbane. This role offers the chance to make a tangible difference in local infrastructure while enjoying quality of life benefits.

Applicants are required to apply through the council’s online system before Sunday 23rd August 2026, 11:00pm AEST. Late or unsolicited agency applications will not be accepted. Selected candidates will undergo qualifications, references, medical, and police checks.

Gympie Regional Council embraces Equal Opportunity and encourages applications from people of diverse cultural, gender, and social backgrounds including First Nations peoples.