Salary:                               $79,382.16pa to $89,345.36pa (Dependent on Qualifications and Skills) 

• • • • • 12% Superannuation
        • Relocation assistance available

Position Status:                Permanent, Full Time

Hours of Work:                 7am to 4pm (during summer 6:30am to 3:30pm), 38hour week with an RDO each fortnight   

Closing Date:                    5.00pm, Monday 20 April 2026

About Cowra & Council

Cowra is located within beautiful Central NSW on the banks of the Lachlan River. It is approximately one hour from the regional hubs of Bathurst and Orange, two hours from Canberra and four hours from Sydney. The town is situated at the intersection of three state highways: the Mid-Western Highway, the Olympic Highway and the Lachlan Valley Way, making it a central hub for travel, freight and logistics.

Cowra Council employs over 200 full time equivalent staff.  Our vision is to be a leading, innovative and creative community, proud of our place in history and offering opportunity with the best of country living. The region enjoys a range of economic, social, educational and health services with a welcoming community that embraces new members from all backgrounds. We strive to provide, maintain and extend Council services to improve the quality of life for residents throughout the Shire. We aim to actively lead, facilitate and foster sustainable development and wealth generating opportunities through agricultural, industrial, commercial and tourism growth.

About the Opportunity

Cowra Shire Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Ganger – Roads Construction to support the delivery of Council’s Roads Works Program and associated construction projects. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for leading a crew of construction staff while actively participating in day‑to‑day road construction and maintenance activities.

Reporting to the Supervisor – Roads Construction, the Ganger plays a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard of quality, while meeting agreed timeframes and budget constraints. The role requires a strong on‑site presence, providing clear direction to staff, coordinating daily work activities and ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety, quality assurance and environmental requirements.

Council is looking for a practical and reliable leader with solid experience in road construction, civil works, concreting and pipe work including water and sewer lines, who can lead by example and contribute positively to team culture. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating plant and equipment, supervising staff, completing required documentation and representing Council professionally when interacting with the community and stakeholders.

The Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Cowra Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment. 

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join our team that values safety, innovation, and community, we'd love for you to apply!

Benefits of working at Council include:

• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Four weeks of Annual Leave per year
• Access to Long Service Leave after five years
• Three weeks sick leave per year
• Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport and Health and Wellbeing initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellbeing days per year.
• Employee Benefits Program 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance (2/3 the cost of removal expenses for successful candidate, subject to conditions) 

In addition, we value work-life balance and offer opportunities for training and professional development. 

Position Description 

Please click on the link for a full copy of the Position Description. 

For further enquiries please contact Supervisor - Roads Construction, Daniel Parkes on 0428 442 298. 

How to Apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer questions relating to the selection criteria on the online application below. Your answers will be accessed and rated, so please ensure you take time in providing your answers and give examples of demonstrated experience when requested.

You will also be asked to attach your current resume which should include two employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. A cover letter is not mandatory but may be added if so desired.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise at time of application. 

Application Closes 5.00pm, Monday 20 April 2026

Pre-employment Screening

In the event you are shortlisted for an interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you must be prepared to undergo the following pre-employment screening processes as part of the selection process:

• A pre-employment physical examination, including hearing, drug & alcohol assessments.
• Please include two referees in your resume for reference checking purposes - please ensure your referee details are current.
• Provide the applicable Working with Children Check number if the role applied for requires a Working with Children Check.
• Council may also check authenticity of certificates and qualifications.

Privacy Statement

As part of the recruitment process, Cowra Shire Council will be collecting information about you. This information is private information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act. This information will be included in the recruitment file and only accessed by members of the Recruitment Selection Panel. 

Equal Employment Opportunity