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Leading Hand Maintenance
Mackay Regional Council has an opportunity for an experienced Leading Hand to join our Civil Operations team, based at Paget Depot.
In this role, you will be responsible for the daily supervision of a small – medium work crew based out of the Paget Depot. You will be required to plan, organise and coordinate staff and will take a lead role in both health and safety and practical job training. You will provide a high standard of maintenance/construction expertise and you will present a positive image of Council’s workforce through positive client and community interactions.
The successful applicant will have the following knowledge and skills:
- Certificate III in Civil Construction or at least seven (7) years demonstrated road experience and capability to obtain Certificate III within two (2) years of commencement
- Current QLD ‘C‘ Class Open Drivers Licence
- Current General Construction Safety White Card
- Experience in successfully leading, supervising and motivating teams
- Extensive experience in construction/maintenance of roads and drainage infrastructure
- Plant Operation Certificates of Competencies e.g. Roller, Loader, Backhoe (highly regarded)
- Current QLD Heavy Rigid ‘HR’ Class Licence (highly regarded)
Why work for Mackay Regional Council?
Mackay Regional Council offers flexible work conditions giving you ample time to explore the endless beautiful beaches or chill out at the alfresco cafes within the City Heart. And for those who still have energy at the end of the working week, take a scenic jaunt past the sugar-cane fields to Eungella National Park or some of the other beautiful forests, parks, gorges and secret swimming holes in the Mackay region.
In return for your valued contribution you will be rewarded with;
- Annual base salary range from $52,418 - $53,551 plus allowances as applicable
- Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
- Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- 9 day fortnight roster
- May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
- Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
- Study and assistance programs for career development
- Learning and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee health and wellbeing initiatives
For a secure, satisfying career opportunity coupled with a relaxed lifestyle, Mackay Regional Council is the place to be.
Applications Close: 1 August 2019
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
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