Traffic Controller / Labourer

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Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special. 

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We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.  

About this Position:

We have an exciting opportunity for multiple Traffic Controller/Labourers to join our Roads and Infrastructure team. The primary function of the Traffic Controller/Labourer role is to manage and direct traffic safely around road construction and maintenance sites and performing construction labouring tasks. 

What We can offer you:

• Attractive wages and conditions 
• Work/life balance working a 9-day fortnight
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs

What we trust you to deliver:

• Perform Traffic Control duties, including signage setup and the safe management of traffic around worksites.
• Assist in the set‑up and operation of safe and efficient traffic control measures, working independently or as part of a team.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment to ensure traffic control devices, signage, and tools are serviceable and available.
• Undertake general labouring duties as required.
• Work in accordance with Work Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Provide professional, courteous service to the community and communicate effectively with team members.
• Complete required records and documentation accurately and on time.
• Participate in on‑call and emergency response activities outside normal working hours, as required.
• Use Council technology systems to receive work instructions and complete daily tasks.

What you will need to be successful:

• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• A current Class C drivers licence
• Be accepting of new ideas and embrace change
• Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills
• Flexible and adaptable with a drive for improvement and learning
• A passion for Lismore and personal values that align with Lismore City Council's Values

Full position description: Click here 

Employment conditions: Attractive wages and conditions, including a 76-hour fortnight with an RDO, plus on-call and overtime opportunities.

Salary: starts at $54,977

Closing date: 26 February 2026 at 11:00pm.

Contact: If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Dave McDermott -  Works Coordinator, on 02 6620 1656.

Pre-employment Screening: Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include, health assessments, validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.