Water Industry Worker 1 (SMBI Labourer) (200967) 

Permanent Full Time - 38 hours per week

$78,346.17  Annually  + up to 13% super  

Water Industry Worker 1 (WIW1) including applicable allowances

Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… in a truly special place.

Join our team as a Water Industry Worker 1 (SMBI Labourer) 

Play a key role in maintaining Redland City’s water and wastewater networks, keeping hydrants, mains, and related infrastructure operating safely and efficiently. You’ll be based on the Southern Moreton Bay Islands – either a resident or willing to travel via ferry daily. This is a hands-on, field-based role with opportunities to progress to higher levels by developing your skills, gaining qualifications, and demonstrating leadership and technical expertise. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist with construction, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater infrastructure

• Operate tools, small plant, and light equipment safely on site

• Perform confined space entry and traffic management tasks under supervision

• Help plan and schedule jobs, requisition materials, and maintain accurate records

• Use SCADA, telemetry, and GIS to monitor and support operations

• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures and report risks

• Work closely with the team to achieve tasks efficiently and safely

• Provide professional customer service and clear communication at all times

Skills and experience:

• Hands-on experience in water, wastewater, or construction-related maintenance

• Ability to operate and maintain tools, small plant, and light equipment

• Comfortable performing manual labour, confined space entry, and traffic management

• Basic administrative skills: job planning, scheduling, and record-keeping

• Familiarity with SCADA, telemetry, GIS, or willingness to learn

• Understanding of workplace health, safety, and environmental requirements

• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to learn on the job

• Clear communication and customer service focus

Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role stands out:

• Live and work on the stunning Southern Moreton Bay Islands

• Enjoy great work-life balance with RDOs & a 38-hour week

• Join a supportive, skilled, and friendly City Water team

More reasons to love working with us:

• 17.5% annual leave loading + Christmas ex-gratia day
• Paid parental leave and purchased leave options
• Access to development and study assistance programs
• Discounts with 400+ retailers and fitness providers
• Flexible working options through RedFlex - our flexible work program offering flexibility in how, when and where you work.

View more great employee benefits here.

Who we are:

Eligibility:

• You’ll need to hold a current Class C driver’s licence

• You’ll either have a Medium Rigid (MR) licence or be willing to obtain one

• You’ll be happy to join our after-hours on-call roster, including weekends and public holidays

• You’ll be physically capable and able to obtain a confined space entry certificate

• You’ll bring a Construction White Card (Work Safely in the Construction Industry) or be willing to get one

• You’ll be able to meet all mandatory licensing, regulatory requirements, and Council policies

• Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 

• To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Ready to join us?
 

Click Apply to submit your application via Council’s online portal (or through OURspace for current employees). Please include:

• A one-page cover letter; and
• A current resume outlining how you meet the role requirements.

Note: We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications. 

For more information about this position (200967), please contact James Beutel on 0438570789.  Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 12/10/2025.

At Redland City Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community. 

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