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Do you enjoy working outdoors in a role where you make a tangible difference to your community? Wagga Wagga City Council is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Sewer-Stormwater Labourer to join our dedicated Infrastructure Services team. This permanent, full-time position offers stability, a competitive salary with progression opportunities, and the chance to maintain the essential systems that keep our city running. If you are a hands-on team player with a strong commitment to safety, we encourage you to apply.
About the Role and Council
This is a vital frontline role within our Waste and Stormwater team, based at the Alan Turner Depot in Wagga Wagga. You will be responsible for the hands-on maintenance of the city’s critical sewer, stormwater, and flood mitigation infrastructure. Council values its employees, offering excellent conditions including a 9-day fortnight, generous leave, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment on Wiradjuri Country.
Your Key Responsibilities
You will be out in the field every day, ensuring our infrastructure is operational and resilient. Your core duties will include:
- Performing sewer and stormwater maintenance, including choke clearing, jetting, rodding, and pipe cleaning.
- Conducting general labouring tasks, service location, and assisting with pipe laying and rehabilitation works.
- Maintaining levee banks and flood gates as part of our flood mitigation efforts.
- Operating council plant and equipment as required (training provided).
- Undertaking traffic management duties to ensure safe worksites.
- Adhering to the highest standards of Work Health and Safety in all tasks.
- Participating in an on-call roster to respond to after-hours emergencies.
What You Need to Succeed
We are looking for a reliable individual with the right tickets and attitude. The essentials are:
- A current Class C Driver’s Licence (an MR licence is desirable).
- A valid General Construction Induction Training Card (White Card).
- Demonstrated experience as a labourer; experience in pipe laying and repairs is highly desirable.
- A genuine and proactive commitment to workplace health and safety.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a close-knit team.
- Reliability and a willingness to participate in the on-call roster.
- Pre-employment vaccinations are required for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Q-Fever (evidence must be provided).
What We Offer You
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a long-term career with your local council.
- Permanent Full-Time Security: One permanent position with a fortnightly salary starting at $2,225.88 gross, with progression to $2,671.06 gross + 12% superannuation.
- Excellent Work-Life Balance: Access to Council’s popular Nine (9) Day Fortnight arrangement.
- Extra Earnings: Opportunity for overtime and on-call allowances.
- Career Growth: Excellent training and development opportunities, with pathways to operate plant and gain additional tickets.
- Great Benefits: Generous leave entitlements and a supportive team culture.
How to Apply
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Applications close Monday, 26 January 2026 at 11:59 PM AEST.
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the online portal: https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
For a confidential discussion about the position, please contact Blake Foster, Supervisor Underground Operations,
Wagga Wagga City Council is a proud inclusive employer. We encourage applications from all members of our community. Pre-employment checks will be conducted for the successful applicant.
