Water Industry Plant Operator / Labourer

Network & Operations Maintenance

Permanent Full Time

Hervey Bay

Operations Level 5 - $74,161 plus superannuation

• + annualised allowance of $2,869

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a motivated Water Industry Plant Operator / Labourer to support the delivery of water and wastewater construction and maintenance activities across our network operations.

What your day will look like:

• Undertake water and wastewater maintenance and construction tasks using specialist plant, fleet and labouring skills.
• Operate and care for Council vehicles, plant, tools and equipment safely, including pre‑start checks and basic maintenance.
• Provide plant operation support and technical advice to the Team Leader and Plumbing Tradesman.
• Apply safe systems of work, including SWMS, risk assessments, traffic management and public‑area safety.
• Deliver professional customer service in the field and escalate issues appropriately.

Please click here to view the Position Description.

What you'll need for success:

• Experience in trenching, excavation, pipe laying, valve/fittings replacement and confined space work.
• Ability to safely perform manual labouring tasks including digging and lifting.
• Strong teamwork, communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to use mobile devices and works management systems.
• Class C or CA driver licence.
• General Construction Induction (White Card).
• MR licence
• Ability to obtain relevant plant operation competencies (e.g., bobcat, excavator).

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.  Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

Apply Now: 

Applications close 11pm on Wednesday 16 September, 2026.

For further details please contact Matthew Peacock (Water Network Coordinator) at matthew.peacock@frasercoast.qld.gov.au.