Field Worker

3 weeks ago

Ipswich, South Dakota, Australia Ipswich City Council Full time
Field Worker / Leading Hand (Construction)

Join to apply for the Field Worker / Leading Hand (Construction) role at Ipswich City Council.

About the Role

Ipswich City Council has multiple vacancies available for enthusiastic individuals seeking secure employment in the Ipswich area. We are seeking Field Workers and Leading Hands to join our Capital Delivery teams and contribute to building and maintaining vital infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities
  • Field Worker: Responsible for general labouring tasks including shovelling, spotting, concreting, and installing pipes and gully units. Some of the small plant equipment you will operate includes quick-cut saws, jackhammers, vibrating plates, and hammer drills.
  • Leading Hand: Support field operations while leading a crew to ensure work is completed to quality standards. Responsible for conducting toolbox talks, completing WHS documentation, and overseeing daily tasks to maintain safety and compliance on site.
About You
  • Current C class driver's licence
  • General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) card
  • Certificate 3 in Civil Construction or demonstrated construction knowledge and experience
  • Belief in our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership
About the Benefits
  • Salary commencing at $68,049 for Field Workers and $74,110 for Leading Hand, plus 12.5% superannuation
  • 9 day fortnight: Every second weekend is a long weekend
  • Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
  • Salary packaging: A range of salary packaging options including financial advice, income protection, professional memberships, novated leases, and more
  • Positive workplace culture and inclusive environment
  • Learning and development: Ongoing learning, development and career opportunities
  • Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships and employee assistance program
About Us

Ipswich is a dynamic city with a rich heritage, diverse landscapes, and a vibrant community. It is the state's fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities. Ipswich City Council contributes to our region with teams delivering services to the community and helping to shape the city's future.

Join us

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, this could be the role for you. Please apply online and submit:

  • A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
  • A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 15 September 2025

Pre-Employment Screening

Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check, and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from harassment, bullying, discrimination, and violence.

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Project Management
  • Industries: Government Administration and Construction
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