Leading Hand Plant Operator - Nowra, Australia - Shoalhaven City Council

Shoalhaven City Council

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Nowra, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Salary:
$53,077 - $59,667 p.a. plus 10.5% Super

Permanent/Fulltime
L1 Adverse Working Conditions

About the role
This is a

permanent, full-time position working

38 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.00pm) and will be based at our

Ulladulla Works Depot.

Duties
Reporting directly to the Team Supervisor - Southern Construction, the focus of this position is to:

Support the Ganger with all daily tasks.
Operate minor plant or light trucks pertaining to maintenance and/or construction works as directed by the Supervisor and/or Ganger.
Carry out routine manual labouring tasks without direct supervision, whilst accepting responsibility for correctness and quality of tasks assigned by the Supervisor or Ganger.
Support and supervise staff in the daytoday operations of the district.
Ensure the work area's compliance with relevant legislation and Council policies and ensure that risks are managed.
Undertake Risk Management inspections of Council's assets using electronic mobile devices as required.
Assist in Council responses to emergencies and other operational needs, including being available for 'call back'.
Projects and asset types may include, but is not limited to, roads and road related infrastructure, drainage, kerb & gutter, bus shelters, footpaths / cycleways / walking tracks, parking areas, traffic facilities, bridges, boat ramps, fences, recreational facilities, seawalls, viewing platforms, parks & reserves, and flood mitigation assets, etc.

Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.

Skills & Experience
In order to be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:

School Certificate or equivalent
Minimum of 12 months' work experience in civil construction and/or maintenance activities
Demonstrated experience in operating minor and major plant and/or light trucks
Demonstrated experience in concreting
Minimum NSW Class MR Driver's Licence or equivalent licence valid in NSW
Current RMS Issued Traffic Control or SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Work Training Cards 'Traffic controller' and 'Implement traffic control plans' or willingness to obtain
Current NSW General Construction induction card (white card) or accepted interstate alternative.
Proof of Australian residency or citizenship

About Shoalhaven City Council

Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career.

The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

Generous Leave Entitlements
Long Service Leave After 5 Years
9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
Remote Working Arrangements
Fitness Passport
Novated Lease Arrangements
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Training and Development Programs

How to Apply

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
How do you effectively manage your time and ensure deadlines are met?

Contact:
Dan Woods

- Engineering Officer

Applications Close:
Tuesday, 19 June 2023 (at Midnight)