Labourers and Plant Operators

Byron Shire Council is focused on partnering with our community and offers pristine beaches, diverse lifestyles, a magnificent natural environment and a subtropical climate. Stay, live and work in our community.

We provide a rewarding and flexible working environment and celebrate our values of:

- We lead with enthusiasm and purpose
- We are open, honest and respectful
- We foster well-being and creativity
- We achieve our goals and succeed together.

**We are looking for**:
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity, then one of these roles may be the role for you. We have passion and enthusiasm and are looking for like-minded people to join us on our journey.

Byron Shire Council is currently seeking enthusiastic **Labourers and Plant Operators**. The positions play a key role in providing a high level of service in the construction and maintenance of Council’s Infrastructure.

**Enjoy our Employee Benefits**:
These opportunities offer:

- **Two (2) permanent, full-time Plant Operator positions** (38 hours per week / 9 day fortnight)
Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $1,155.40 to $1,338.70 per 38 hour week (dependent upon skills and experience) plus applicable allowances
- **Two (2) permanent, full-time Labourer positions** (38 hours per week / 9 day fortnight)
Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $1,044.00 to $1,209.63 per 38 hour week (dependent upon skills and experience) plus applicable allowances
- **Two (2) 2 years, fixed term, full-time Labourer positions** (38 hours per week / 9 day fortnight)
Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with an appointment at a salary in the range of $1,044.00 to $1,209.63 per 38 hour (dependent upon skills and experience) plus applicable allowances
- Brightness of future
- Security
- Partner with an organisation that is taking steps in all areas to reduce our carbon emissions and be an innovative and sustainable council.

Other benefits include:

- Annual salary reviews and identified salary increases for financial year 2025/2026 based on award conditions
- 11.5% Superannuation Guarantee
- Access to Long Service Leave from 5 years' service
- Education and training support
- Flexible work hours
- Attractive salary packaging scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
- Fitness Passport
- Health and Wellbeing days.

**Location**:
This position is based at Byron Depot, however Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.

**Contact**:
Mark Maladay - Team Leader Capital Works - Phone number: (02) 6685 9342 or

Amos Huntley - Team Leader General Maintenance - Phone number: (02) 6685 9251

**Closing date**:
**Position Description**:
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We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working - including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.
- Byron Shire Council is committed to being a child safe organisation - we respect all children and their wellbeing. We will embed Child Safe Standards into our leadership, governance and culture. We will support our staff and volunteers in their responsibilities. We will strive to keep children safe from harm and abuse.

**Pre-Employment Screening Process**: