Truck Driver / Line Marker Operator

Truck Driver / Line Marker Operator

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver / Line Marker Operator to join our Civil Construction Pavements team, based at the Paget Depot. This role involves a range of tasks related to the maintenance and construction of roads, drainage, and other civil infrastructure. You will be engaged in earthworks, concrete work, pipelaying, bitumen applications, and vegetation management.

About this opportunity:

The key responsibilities include operating heavy combination trucks to transport materials and equipment, as well as engaging in hands-on labour for road and drainage maintenance and construction. This role also involves assisting with various tasks such as earthworks, concrete works, pipelaying, bitumen work, and vegetation management. Additionally, it is essential to ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures throughout all operations.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Current General Construction Safety "White" Card.
• Minimum Current QLD Medium Rigid Truck 'MR' Class Licence.
• Current QLD Manual Car 'C' Class Open Driver's Licence.
• Current Traffic Controller's Ticket.
• Extensive experience driving tandem axle trucks in varying road conditions.
• Proven experience in the construction and maintenance of roads and drainage infrastructure.

Why work for Mackay Regional Council?

Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with high quality education and health facilities.

Discover more about the Mackay Region https://www.discovermackay.com.au/

In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:

• Base annual salary of $70,813.93 base salary + allowances
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with an RDO or 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Want to know more about this role?

View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments or for a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Click or tap here to enter hiring manager's name. on 1300 622 ***.

How to apply:

Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, the position may close earlier than expected. Submit your application today to avoid missing out on this fantastic career prospect.

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 ***).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.