About the Carpentaria Shire Carpentaria Shire is located in North Western Queensland , in the Gulf of Carpentaria. The Shire covers an area of over 64,000 square kilometres and contains the towns of Normanton and Karumba. About the Opportunity Permanent position! Carpentaria Shire Council is seeking permanent Loader operator /Construction Worker. If you have a high standard of operating skills on a Loader. we would like to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to join a professional team and work in a job that suits an outdoor lifestyle. This position will work at various locations throughout the Shire. During the roads construction season, these positions will involve working a ten days on/four days off roster, camping out at remote work-sites in Council provided accommodation. The roads construction season goes from April to approximately Mid December each year. For the remainder of the year, the positions will be based out of Council's Normanton Depot. Your application will be judged against the following criteria: Construction Industry Safety Card (White/Blue Card); Current Class "HR" Driver's Licence or "C" with a "ÜD" endorsement; and Be able to demonstrate competency operating a Loader. Demonstrate sound knowledge and competency in the use of Loadrite systems Experience in loading road trains Please note, you will be required to attach a copy of your resume when submitting your application. You may also attach any other supporting information you think may assist your application. Shortlisted applicants will be required to provide original licenses and tickets at interview. Applications closes Tuesday , 24 February 2026 at 5.00 pm . Applicants will be contacted after this time. For further information about the position, please contact Mick Sceresini, Works Coordinator, on 4745 2200 . For a full position description, please click here. COUNCIL IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE Please note as part of Carpentaria Shire Council's recruitment process and Drug and Alcohol Policy, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment which will include drug and alcohol testing.
