Reticulation Maintenance Worker

3 weeks ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Townsville City Council Full time
Reticulation Maintenance Worker (Labourer)

Permanent Full Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight, 38 hours/week).

Overview

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle. This role is part of the Water Team, focusing on safe, reliable, and cost-effective water services for the Townsville community.

Responsibilities
  • This labouring role assists the Water Team to provide an effective water operation and maintenance service, coordinating site access, permits, safety and statutory permissions to perform maintenance activities.
  • Conduct activities for major maintenance, breakdown, and planned works to minimise costs, ensure asset maintenance, reduce downtime, and reduce reactive maintenance requirements.
  • Within Bulk Water Treatment, concentrate on flushing reticulation mains, monitoring water quality through chlorine residual testing in the reticulation network, and reactive maintenance to water reticulation quality issues.
  • This position is located at the Garbutt Operations Centre in Garbutt.
About You / Qualifications
  • Mandatory
  • Current "MR" class driver's licence (or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment)
  • Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD)
  • Ability to work as part of a team to quickly avert or rectify interruptions to water supply
  • Strong community and customer relations skills
  • Strong work ethic
    • Desirable
    • Understanding of Workplace Health and Safety, Environmental Protection, EEO, anti-discrimination and privacy obligations, and QLD Local Government Act
    • Traffic Management Implementation course accredited
    • Asbestos awareness training and experience in removal of asbestos piping
    • Dogman or Crane Chaser certification
    • Forklift certification
    How To Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. Also attach your resume and copies of licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 11.45pm, Sunday 21 September 2025

What We Offer
  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
  • 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Domestic and Family Violence Leave
  • Natural Disaster Leave
  • Up to 13.5% superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
  • Salary Sacrifice opportunities
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Fitness Passport program offering discounted gym/pool/yoga memberships
  • Employee Loyalty Program discounts at local businesses
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Council contribution to superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of ordinary time earnings, with employee contribution of at least 6%

We are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Townsville City Council has a zero-tolerance policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace. For accessibility adjustments or confidential discussions, contact hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au or 07 4727 9004.

  • Attachments: Reticulation Maint Worker_PD.pdf

Townsville, Queensland, Australia


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