Waterways Worker

• Full Time | 9 Day Fortnight | 36 hours
• $2,523.86 per fortnight excluding applicable allowances plus superannuation

About the team

The Transport Maintenance Services section plays a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the city's infrastructure, ensuring safe, functional, and sustainable public assets. Our team provides comprehensive maintenance services for meter maintenance, roads, traffic lines and signs, stormwater drainage systems, bridges, beaches, footpaths and waterways.

About the role 

Our Transport Maintenance team are seeking to appoint a motivated individual to join the team as a Maintenance Worker Waterways.  This role works within a team that execute specialised duties related to the upkeep of the City's waterways.  

Responsibilities include: 

• Maintenance and inspections of tidal stormwater drainage systems.
• Maintenance and construction of timber structures including dune fencing, access steps, jetties and pontoons.
• Collection and disposal of debris.
• Planting, pruning and/or removal of vegetation. 

We’re looking for people who have: 

• General Construction Induction White Card (Mandatory)
• MR Class Drivers Licence Unrestricted (Desirable)
• RMDL Recreational Marine Driver Licence is highly regarded
• Ability to interact with others in a manner conducive to creating a cooperative team environment
• Sound physical health to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future 

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.  

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:   

• 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!  
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family  
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family  
• A stable working environment with job security    
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment  
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided  
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority  
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay   
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals   

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.  

How to apply

To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person    Alexandra McNulty  

Contact Email      ********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Closing Date        Thursday, 13 August 2026 at 11:59pm AEDT   

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.  

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.