Maintenance and Construction Worker

Position: Position Number 000626

Department: Works Department

Employment Status: Ongoing, Full-time. Currently working a 4-day week.

Location: Kingston, Works Depot

Salary range: $67,042 - $68,847 + 12.5% superannuation

About this position:

Kingborough Council has multiple vacancies for a Maintenance and Construction Worker within the Roads Unit. These positions undertake general labouring duties and plant/truck operations associated with the maintenance and construction of roads and drainage assets.

You will need good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, as well as being physically fit for work in an outdoor environment. A white card and current driver’s licence are essential. Previous experience working in the civil construction sector would be well regarded.

For the right Bruny Island applicant there is an opportunity to work on Bruny Island, with regular travel to Kingston not required.

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• Experience in the civil construction industry,
• Experience using a variety of plant and machinery,
• Ability to perform manual labour,
• Good communication skills,
• Experience working as part of a team whilst also being self-sufficient,
• A commitment to adhering to safe work practices.

Further details:

The role is full-time and offers a salary in the range of $67,042 - $68,847 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution.

The outdoor workforce is currently working a 4-day week on a trial basis. This arrangement is subject to review and may revert to a 9-day fortnight.

Please note we will assess and shortlist applications on an ongoing basis and may conduct interviews before the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply early.

Employee benefits:

• An inclusive culture and a genuine focus on our people's safety and wellbeing.
• A range of paid leave entitlements and ability to ‘purchase’ additional leave.
• Discounted membership at the Kingborough Fitness Centre.
• An Employee Assistance Program.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts.

How to apply:

• For more information, please contact Glenn Cragg, Works Coordinator on (03) 6211 8200 6211 8200).

• Before you begin, please ensure you have read the Position Description. It is available on our website.

• Ensure you have a copy of your resume that includes relevant information such as details of your work history, qualifications and any other training or development programs.

• Applications must be submitted by using the online form on Council’s website. You can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your completed application.

• Employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks, which may include the following:

• Right to Work in Australia check,

• reference checks,

• health assessment including drug and alcohol testing,

• It is recommended that the incumbent be immunised in accordance with Council’s Staff Immunisation Policy (Vaccines may include Tetanus and Hepatitis A and B).

Applications close on Friday 13 September 2026.

The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people. Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.