Team Member Road Maintenance -Fixed Term

• A varied and challenging role, as the successful applicant you’ll provide operational support during periods of high workload, helping maintain Council’s road network, drainage systems and other essential community infrastructure to a high standard.
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $75,342, plus up to 15% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.

Team Member Road Maintenance - Fixed Term - Approx 7 months

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $75,342, plus up to 15% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 15th November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Help keep our region moving!

Are you a hands-on, adaptable operator who enjoys variety, working outdoors and being part of a team that makes a real difference in the community? Gympie Regional Council is seeking a motivated team member to support the delivery of essential road infrastructure maintenance services across our region in a fulltime fixed term position.

This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. Working across our Road Maintenance teams, you’ll provide operational support during periods of high workload, helping maintain Council’s road network, drainage systems and other essential community infrastructure to a high standard.

About the role

As an All-Rounder, you’ll work across a range of road maintenance activities, providing flexible support to crews as operational priorities change. From road grading and pothole repairs to drainage maintenance, earthworks and general maintenance, you’ll bring your practical skills, initiative and commitment to safety to get the job done.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Operating heavy vehicles, plant, machinery and equipment safely and efficiently to support a variety of civil maintenance activities.
• Undertaking general labouring and civil construction tasks, including pavement repairs, drainage clearing, concrete works and site preparation.
• Supporting rural road grading, asphalt and pothole repairs, roadside drainage, earthworks and general infrastructure maintenance.
• Responding professionally to community requests and completing allocated work with sound judgement and a customer-focused approach.
• Using digital tools and mobile technology to support field operations, reporting and communication.
• Identifying workplace hazards, following safe work procedures and actively contributing to a positive safety culture.
• Working collaboratively across multiple crews and locations while also being confident working independently when required.
• Contributing ideas to improve work practices, operational efficiency and service delivery.

About you

You’re a reliable, practical and safety-conscious team player who enjoys variety and takes pride in delivering quality work. You can adapt to changing priorities, work effectively with different crews and approach each task with a positive, can-do attitude.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• The ability to competently operate a range of plant, vehicles, equipment and tools.
• The physical fitness, agility and dexterity required for manual labour, including frequent heavy lifting and bending.
• The ability to work independently under limited supervision and use initiative to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and members of the public.
• A commitment to workplace health and safety, quality workmanship and responsive community service.

Mandatory licences and tickets

Applicants must hold:

• A current Queensland Heavy Rigid (HR) class driver’s licence or higher.
• A current Construction Industry White Card (or applicable recognised equivalent).
• A current competency in Conduct Roller Operations (RIIMPO317F).

Desirable qualifications and experience

The following will be highly regarded:

• Demonstrated experience in road construction and maintenance, including earthworks, pavements, drainage, stormwater and concreting.
• Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant Operations or a related discipline.
• Queensland Heavy Combination (HC) class driver’s licence.
• Skid steer loader operations competency (RIIMPO318F).
• Excavator operations competency (RIIMPO320F).
• Wheeled front-end loader operations competency (RIIMPO321F).
• Grader operations competency (RIIMPO324F).
• Chainsaw and pole saw tickets.
• Implement Traffic Management Plans competency (RIIWHS302D or equivalent).

Candidates with a combination of relevant experience, practical skills and plant operation competencies are encouraged to apply.

Why join Gympie Regional Council?

Join a team that helps maintain the infrastructure our community relies on every day. This is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a varied operational role, develop your capabilities across different areas of civil maintenance and contribute to the liveability and safety of the Gympie region.

You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, adaptability, safety and quality service to the community.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Roads and Drainage, Robert Dwine on 07 5481 0874 or email robert.dwine@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

What we offer?

• Nine day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 15% per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply? -  Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email. 
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 15th November 2026 November at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.