Multi-Skilled Labourer - Civil

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Multi-Skilled Labourer – Civil to join our team. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality construction and maintenance works on Council roads, drainage systems, and civil infrastructure.

About the Role

You will play a key role in ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to required standards while contributing to a collaborative team environment.  In this role you will:

• Prepare and clear worksites for civil construction and infrastructure projects
• Undertake maintenance and construction of roads, drainage, and associated civil assets
• Perform earthworks, concreting, asphalt works, formwork, and pipe laying
• Operate small plant and equipment (e.g., compactors, rollers) safely and efficiently
• Operate rigid motor vehicles (up to 15 tonnes GVM)
• Implement and manage traffic control procedures to ensure public and worker safety
• Read and interpret construction plans and accurately record "as constructed" data
• Maintain strong adherence to Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards

What you’ll bring:

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Certificate III in Civil Construction and/or 5–10 years’ recent industry experience with experience in working with asphalt, concrete and formwork including pipe laying.

• Traffic Management Accreditation (RIIWHS205E – Control Traffic with Stop/Slow Bat and RIIWHS302E – Implement Traffic Management Plans)
• Medium Rigid (MR) Driver’s Licence
• White Card (Construction Induction)
• Strong experience operating small plant and equipment for road maintenance
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to use initiative
• Good literacy, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding and commitment to Workplace Health and Safety

Position details:

• Full-Time, 76 hours fortnight.
• Annual salary: $67,178.12

For further information on this position, contact Hartmut Gutwein, Civil Supervisor on (03) 6216 6800.

What’s in it for you:

• Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice, providing a great work culture and a solid commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Enjoy a regular rostered day off every fortnight (full‑time roles only)
• 15% Superannuation
• annual salary increases
• a motivated team that supports each other, values innovation, celebrates its success and has a bit of fun along the way
• ongoing training and career development
• access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP
• Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

Our commitment to community

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

How to apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

Your application must include:

• A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria, applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills, experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.
• A current Résumé

Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

Applications close at 10pm on Sunday 22 November 2026

Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Hartmut Gutwein, Civil Supervisor, on (03) 6216 6800.

Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today!