Field Worker

**About us**

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**About the role**

As a Field Worker (Construction) you will be part of the Capital Delivery team and will be responsible for undertaking skilled civil and/or municipal construction and maintenance work in accordance with Council standards.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

- This job will entail working within a team of 4-5 employees to assist the completion of road and park construction works such as concreting driveways and footpaths, full road reconstruction, pouring kerb and channel and park construction
- You will be required to operate machinery within your licencing requirements
- Ensure all machinery and equipment is maintained to manufacturer’s specifications and Council standards.

View the position description Field Worker A (Construction) for more details about the role.

View the position description Field Worker B (Construction) for more details about the role

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Current C Class Drivers Licence
- General Safety induction (Construction Industry) Card
- A Certificate III in Construction would be desirable
- A pre-employment medical will be required for this role (Including Drug and Alcohol Testing)

**About the benefits**

There are multiple positions available for Field Worker A and B on a full-time permanent basis at level 2-5 depending on experience, commencing at $61,723 for Field Worker A plus superannuation of up to 12.5%.
- Become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture
- Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance
- Ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities
- Employee health and wellbeing programs
- Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave, and other leave options

A variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and more.

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- 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

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

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 all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.