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Job Description
Why work with us
There is no better place to live and work than on the Sunshine Coast, especially with an outstanding organisation like Sunshine Coast Council.
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.
About The Role
The Transport Network Operations branch provide high level maintenance, construction and asset management services for all road and related infrastructure assets (pavements, bridges, drainage, pathways and street furniture).
As the successful candidate you will undertake general construction and maintenance labouring tasks associated with and including truck operations.
The successful applicant will be required to assist with a broad range of civil maintenance activities including operating and maintaining Council’s machinery and equipment.
The position holds a strong Workplace Health & Safety & Environmental focus. As such, the successful candidate will be required to comply with the WH&S Act and Environmental Protection Act.
About You
You’ll be reliable and a team player, who is capable carrying out tasks within set timeframes. Your problem-solving skills and communication skills will be exceptional, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
As a Requirement Of This Role, You Will Have
Current ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence
30215 Qld – General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) – White Card
Relevant experience within the industry
Additional plant and machinery licences will be highly regarded
Essential to your success is physical agility and the level of fitness, strength and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting & bending. As such, appointment to this position is subject to completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits which include but are not limited to:
+-day fortnight - to support your enjoyment of the lifestyle benefits Sunshine Coast has to offer.
Pay you 17.5% loading when taking annual leave (4 weeks entitlement per year)
Generous Superannuation benefits - council will also contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution
How To Apply
Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2026-2026.
For specific enquiries contact Mark Condon during business hours on 0438 168 52+.
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team joinusnow@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and ****** orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
There is no better place to live and work than on the Sunshine Coast, especially with an outstanding organisation like Sunshine Coast Council.
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.
About The Role
The Transport Network Operations branch provide high level maintenance, construction and asset management services for all road and related infrastructure assets (pavements, bridges, drainage, pathways and street furniture).
As the successful candidate you will undertake general construction and maintenance labouring tasks associated with and including truck operations.
The successful applicant will be required to assist with a broad range of civil maintenance activities including operating and maintaining Council’s machinery and equipment.
The position holds a strong Workplace Health & Safety & Environmental focus. As such, the successful candidate will be required to comply with the WH&S Act and Environmental Protection Act.
About You
You’ll be reliable and a team player, who is capable carrying out tasks within set timeframes. Your problem-solving skills and communication skills will be exceptional, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
As a Requirement Of This Role, You Will Have
Current ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence
30215 Qld – General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) – White Card
Relevant experience within the industry
Additional plant and machinery licences will be highly regarded
Essential to your success is physical agility and the level of fitness, strength and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting & bending. As such, appointment to this position is subject to completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits which include but are not limited to:
+-day fortnight - to support your enjoyment of the lifestyle benefits Sunshine Coast has to offer.
Pay you 17.5% loading when taking annual leave (4 weeks entitlement per year)
Generous Superannuation benefits - council will also contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution
How To Apply
Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2026-2026.
For specific enquiries contact Mark Condon during business hours on 0438 168 52+.
We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team joinusnow@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and ****** orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
