Job No: PSC2222635
Location: Parkes
Employment Status: Full-time Closing Date: 6 Sep 2026 AEST
Build your future with Parkes Shire Council where attitude, teamwork and a willingness to learn matter most.
Work on projects that make a real difference to the Parkes Shire community
Enjoy a competitive salary of $55,693 - $64,047 plus super and a host of great benefits
Enjoy a supportive team environment with training and career development opportunities
If you have the right attitude and strong work ethic, we will support you to gain a Certificate III in Civil Construction
About the Opportunity
Parkes Shire Council is looking for motivated, reliable and hard-working people to join our Urban Operations team as Civil Construction Assistants. We are seeking people who take pride in their work, value safety, enjoy working outdoors and are willing to learn. Experience in civil construction is desirable, but it is not essential. If you have a positive attitude, are dependable and keen to build a long term career we want to hear from you.
Working under the direction of the Urban Works Supervisor, you will contribute to the delivery and maintenance of essential infrastructure including kerb and gutter, footpaths, drainage systems and associated road components. This role plays a key part in maintaining safe, functional and high-quality infrastructure for the Parkes Shire community.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Road construction and maintenance labouring, including tar patching
Concrete labouring including kerb and gutter, footpaths, road and drainage components
Installation and maintenance of signs and roadside furniture
Traffic control duties, including attainment and maintenance of required certification
Operate and maintain small plant and equipment
Assist with works survey set-out
Undertake maintenance of Council assets and facilities as required
Complete tasks as directed by the Supervisor in line with operational requirements
Ensuring all work complies with safety standards and procedures
Maintaining accurate records of work activities
Engaging in team activities and contributing to a positive team environment
Further information on the role is contained in the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for people who:
Have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Are reliable, punctual and take pride in doing a good job
Enjoy working outdoors and as part of a team
Are willing to learn new skills and undertake training
Value safety and follow workplace procedures
Have good communication skills
To be successful in this position you will need:
Current and maintained Drivers Licence
SafeWork NSW Construction induction (White Card)
One year of relevant hands-on experience in a similar role or industry.
It will be highly favorable if you possess any of the following:
Experience in civil construction or maintenance
Ability to use hand tools and operate small plant equipment
Basic literacy, numeracy and electronic device usage skills
Benefits
The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment.
The role has been evaluated as being Grade 2 of the Council's salary structure with a commencing salary of $55,693.27 ($28.18 to $32.41 per hour). The commencing salary will be determined based on the qualifications, skills and experience of the successful candidate.
Benefits of working at Council include:
Adverse Working Conditions Allowance of $20.29 per week
38 hour working week and a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
Four weeks of Annual Leave per year
One week of My Leave per year
Access to Long Service Leave after five years
Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Relaxed regional lifestyle
Work/Life balance
And more!
In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development. We encourage and support our employees in further developing their knowledge, skills, and capabilities through tuition fee support and study days for employees studying towards tertiary or vocational qualifications.
Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.
About Parkes Shire Council
Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community. As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver. We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community.
We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.
If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.
For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au
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