Mega jobs list: 20+ South Burnett jobs you can apply for right now
With stacks of jobs available across some of South Burnett’s biggest employers and industries, your next dream gig could be just an application away! These are the latest jobs you can apply for today:
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There are dozens of jobs going around the South Burnett at the moment, with positions available across a range of industries and businesses.
Whether you’re looking for a career change, the next step, or an entry-level position, here are 20+ jobs you can apply for right now.
See the full list below.
Hardwood sawmill operators
Boonenne Timbers is a family owned and operated hardwood sawmill located in Kingaroy, and is searching for operators to join the team following equipment upgrades.
Knowledge of sawmill operations and a forklift licence is preferred.
The full-time position will pay above award rates based on skills and experience.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Production operator
Meandu Mine is hiring for multiple positions south of Kingaroy on a full-time basis.
The roles are residential and working a 12-hour day and night roster on a 5/4, 4/5, 5/5 pattern.
With several positions available, various experience levels may be considered, but previous mining or quarry experience will be given preference.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Travel consultant
Family owned Pursers Travel group is looking to hire a new travel consultant for its Kingaroy based Helloworld Travel store.
The candidate will need experience as both a travel consultant and with GDS systems.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Retail store manager
PETstock Kingaroy is hiring a new store manager.
The successful candidate will have a passion for pets and providing an exceptional customer service experience, as well as experience in a similar supervisory role.
The role comes with significant employee savings for the manager, their family and their pets.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Logistics administration
Swickers Bacon Factory is hiring a logistics administrator to join the team based in Kingaroy.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in ensuring that the warehouse runs efficiently and according to the safety guidelines, and will have experience as a logistics administrator, warehouse administrator or in an administrator role.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Dispatch co-ordinator and production administrator
Parkside Milling is searching for a Dispatch Coordinator and Production Administrator at its Wondai Dry Mill operation.
The large company is seeking applications with previous experience in transport logistics, with 5 years experience in a similar role preferred.
The permanent position will offer a competitive salary.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Plumber
QBuild is on the hunt for a qualified plumber to join the government agency.
The agency delivers building works and maintenance services for government-owned facilities including police and fire stations, schools, social housing residences, hospitals and correctional centres.
The successful applicant will be provided a safe, inclusive, and diverse workplace as well as access to generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and salary packaging.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Meat manager
Peries IGA Supermarket Group is looking to hire a new meat manager to join the team.
The supermarket is looking for a positive and experienced meat manager who can assist the team expand and grow its successful department.
The successful candidate must be trade qualified and will work a variety of shifts.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Accounts and payroll
Bunya Care is on the hunt for a casual payroll specialist.
The NDIS provider is expanding, and the position is a best suited to a person who would initially work a couple of hours a week supporting the bookkeeper.
The successful candidate will have NDIS experience and be account degree qualified.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Production Workers
Swickers Bacon Factory is on the hunt for production workers for its Kingaroy facility.
Full time and casual roles are available in various departments, with opportunities for both skilled and unskilled positions.
To be successful in this role you must have a good work ethic and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Trades Assistant/Tradesperson
Kingaroy Joinery currently have an opportunity for a highly motivated candidate to join its busy and diverse team.
The award-winning business is on the hunt for a full time or casual trades assistant with experience in the construction industry or as a tradesperson.
The successful candidate will also have a manual driver’s licence and White Card.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Farmhand
S. Kidman & Co Pty Ltd is on the hunt for a new farmhand.
The worker will report to the farm manager and will assist in mustering cattle, carrying out slashing, hay work, fencing and general property, vehicle and machinery maintenance work.
The candidate will need a genuine passion for agriculture, as well as experience in the movement, handling and processing of cattle, using calm methods.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Cabinetmaking apprenticeship
Kingaroy Joinery currently has an amazing opportunity for a highly motivated candidate to undertake an apprenticeship in cabinetmaking.
This is a full-time, entry-level position suited to a self-motivated person who is keen to complete a four-year apprenticeship and Certificate III in Cabinetmaking.
A driver’s licence is preferred but not necessary.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Diesel fitter
Swickers Bacon Factory is hiring a diesel fitter to join its team in Kingaroy.
Working 12 hour-shifts, the role will work very closely with the production departments on the facility.
The successful candidate will have a minimum five years’ experience or automotive mechanical experience.
The role will pay between $95,000 – $100,000 plus superannuation.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Junior general hand
Family-owned and operated PDK Livestock is seeking an enthusiastic casual junior general hand to join its Wondai team.
All necessary skills and training can be provided. The available position provides a significant opportunity for career progression to the right candidate, including assistance with formal qualifications.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Manager Community and Lifestyle
The South Burnett Regional Council is currently hiring for a new manager.
The role will have front-line management responsibility for all operational aspects and strategic direction of the Community and Lifestyle division while also providing expert advice and guidance to the broader business and elected members.
The contract position based in Kingaroy will pay between $148,000 and $153,000 depending on experience, with up to a 12 per cent employer superannuation contribution.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Chefs
The Commercial Hotel, Kingaroy is currently seeking experienced and energetic chefs to join the team.
The successful candidate will have previous experience within a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is preferred but not essential
Click here for more information or to apply.
Qualified plumber
Fantastic opportunity for a qualified plumber/drainer/gas fitter to join a family-friendly and successful plumbing company in Kingaroy has come up.
The successful candidate will enjoy a great salary, work vehicle, mobile phone and uniform. Three months’ rent assistance and relocation allowance may also be available to a candidate moving to the Kingaroy area to join their team
Click here for more information or to apply.
Personal care workers
Karinya Residential Care Facility in Nanango is on the hunt for casual personal care workers for a range of shifts.
Cert III qualifications in Aged Care are required, and experience working in an aged care facility would be great but is not essential.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Laboratory technician
Karreman Quarries is looking for a new lab tech.
Based in Harlin, and reporting to the Laboratory Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for sampling and testing aggregates and road base.
You must be capable of physical/manual tasks as this position requires consistent heavy lifting.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Cleaner
Meandu mine is looking to hire a cleaner.
The mine has opportunities for both full time on a lifestyle roster (5/4, 4/5, 5/5) OR Monday to Friday 5/2 Roster. This role is a residential position, so no camp or accommodation is provided.
The successful candidate will have experience as a mine site cleaner, a manual driver’s licence, and a current Coal Board Medical and Standard 11.
Click here for more information or to apply.
Manager Environment and Planning
The South Burnett Regional Council is currently hiring for a new manager.
The role will have front-line management responsibility for all operational aspects and strategic direction of the Environment and Planning division while also providing expert advice and guidance to the broader business and elected members.
The contract position based in Kingaroy will pay between $148,000 and $153,000 depending on experience, with up to 12 per cent superannuation.
Click here for more information or to apply.
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