Civil Field Worker

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.

About the Role

The Transport Assets & Operations Branch delivers maintenance, construction and asset management services across the Sunshine Coast's transport network. Supporting roads, bridges, drainage systems, pathways and associated infrastructure, the branch plays a critical role in keeping the region safe, connected and sustainable, while delivering projects that enhance local communities.

As a Civil Field Worker, you will perform a variety of hands-on construction activities across Council's transport infrastructure network. This includes working on roads, drainage assets, bridges, pathways, cycleways and other public infrastructure. As part of the Civil Construction team, you will contribute to the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of projects that support the ongoing growth and liveability of the Sunshine Coast.

• Perform construction activities including concreting, kerb and channel works, stormwater drainage, road pavement, cycleway and bridge construction.
• Operate and maintain relevant construction plant, machinery and equipment as required and within competency levels in accordance with operational requirements and safety standards.
• Complete workplace documentation and actively contribute to a safe, compliant and environmentally responsible work environment.

About you

You hold a current Construction Industry General Safety Induction (White Card) and have a strong commitment to safe work practices in a construction or maintenance environment.

You bring significant practical experience in civil construction, maintenance or labouring activities and enjoy delivering quality outcomes through hands-on work.

You are a reliable team player who communicates effectively, follows work programs and instructions, and contributes positively to a high-performing team culture.

You have experience operating construction tools, plant or equipment and can apply sound problem-solving skills to complete tasks efficiently and safely. Relevant machinery tickets or licences will be highly regarded.

You hold a current Class C drivers’ licence (mandatory), along with a medium rigid (MR) drivers’ licence and Traffic Controllers licence (desirable).

Pre-Employment Medical Required

Essential to your success is physical agility and the level of fitness, strength and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting & bending. As such, appointment to this position is subject to completion of a pre-employment medical assessment.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits which include but are not limited to:

• 9-day fortnight - to support your enjoyment of the lifestyle benefits Sunshine Coast has to offer.
• Salary Packaging
• Pay you 17.5% loading when taking annual leave (4 weeks entitlement per year)
• Development opportunities through corporate learning and development programs

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• a 1-page cover letter expressing your interest and summarising your suitability for the role with reference to the Position Profile;
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.

For specific enquiries contact Jason Algar, Supervisor (Civil) during business hours on 0429 907 495.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.