General Labourer/Operator

About Us:

Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW known for its genuine hospitality pristine beaches subtropical rainforests mountain ranges rock river gorges sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.

We are a progressive proactive and dynamic organisation and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360 dedicated staff managing $1.5 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired connected Macleay Valley.

Your New Role:

Are you a team player who thrives in an outdoor work environment Do you take pride in your work and enjoy a challenge We currently have a fantastic opportunity for two (2) General Labourer/Operators to join our multiawardwinning organisation!

Reporting to the allocated Team Leader within the Infrastructure Delivery department the General Labourer/Operator will work as part of a team involved in road/civil construction and maintenance works responsible for performing general labouring duties undertaking traffic control duties using small items of plant and relieving in plant operations when required.

• Working as part of a team involved in road/civil construction and maintenance works
• Undertaking labouring and traffic control duties
• Operating small items of plant as required
• Actively participating in team site inspection and toolbox meetings
• Satisfactorily completing works within nominated timeframes
• Completion of standard forms and reports (electronic and paper based) such as timesheets leave forms plant sheet entries and WHS forms

For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role please refer to the Position Description.

About You:

To be successful in this role you should possess a Certificate III in Civil Construction or Certificate III in Plant Operations or be willing to obtain; Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Management Plan certification or be willing to obtain; general labouring experience including physical ability to undertake labouring duties; proven ability in using a range of hand and power tools; proven ability in using a range of small and heavy plant; and current class C Drivers Licence (class MR will be looked on favourably).

The successful candidates will approach their work with enthusiasm have a commitment to upholding Councils values and be driven to make a difference.

Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council:

As the successful candidate youll enjoy:

• A permanent fulltime position 38hour work week
• Fortnightly RDOs
• Weekly salaryof $1148.37 to $1292.52 (plus superannuation).
• Generous leave entitlements including access to Long Service Leave after five years
• A working environment focussed on wellbeing including flexible work arrangements rostered days off EAP access social club and health and wellbeing programs.
• Fitness Passports for discounted access to a range of gym and pool facilities.
• Career development and learning opportunities access to study leave if required.
• A supportive collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!
• A fantastic lifestyle and work life balance on the beautiful MidNorth Coast.

Interested

Please apply via Councils website Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:

• A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience abilities knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); and
• Your current resume.

Applications Close: COB Wednesday 28 May 2025

Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Have questions Please contact Dan Powick Coordinator Works for a confidential discussion on Ph:.

Please Note: Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.

Completion of a preemployment medical assessment is a requirement of KSCs recruitment process for this position

Current immunisations against tetanus Hepatitis A & B and or willingness to obtain these vaccinations is a requirement of KSCs recruitment process for this position.

If you experience any difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment team on or email

Thank you and good luck with your application.

Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse inclusive and valuesled workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.