Construction Officer

18 hours ago

Ballina New South Wales, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time $57,400 - $65,900 per year

ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

Council is currently seeking an enthusiastic and capable individual to join its Concrete Construction and Drainage team. This position is responsible for performing a range of labouring and concreting duties associated with the maintenance and construction of footpaths, cycleways, kerb and guttering, drainage and other concrete slabs and structures.

To be successful you will bring

  • Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.

  • Demonstrated experience and proficiency in all aspects of concreting, including formwork, pouring and screeding / finishing.

  • Demonstrated experience in and ability to perform a range of physical labouring duties associated with the maintenance and construction of roads, roadsides and related infrastructure.

  • Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.

  • Demonstrated ability to operate various items of minor plant and equipment.

The rewards

  • A salary range of $57,400 to $65,900 per annum (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.

  • Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).

  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

  • Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture

  • Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options

  • Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.

  • An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.

  • An absolute focus on our peoples' safety and well being.

  • Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Applications clos

11.30pm on Friday 17 October 2025

Specific enquiries

Robert Hunter | Team Leader Concrete Construction and Drainage |

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