About the Role
We are seeking applications for a passionate and experienced professional to join Council’s Infrastructure Operations Team. This position is required to assist in the construction and maintenance of Civil Infrastructure across the Shire. The successful applicant is required to work individually and as part of a team to assist with delivering a high quality, comprehensive and complete service to the community.
About Council
Working at Wollondilly Shire Council means you will be provided with a flexible and inclusive working environment that provides a positive, productive and highly skilled workforce where every employee has the opportunity to learn and grow.
You will help to achieve our vision to make Wollondilly an even better place, together. You will also live our corporate values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Embrace Innovation.
Salary and Conditions
- Permanent Full-Time position
- Salary commencing from $56,430 per annum, commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful applicant
- 10% Superannuation
- 38 hours per week, with 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off Scheme
- Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Selection Criteria
Essential Requirements
Essential Experience and Minimum Qualifications
- VOC and proven competency in operating a compact track loader.
- National Work Health and Safety Construction Induction (White Card).
- Proven work experience in constructing and maintaining civil infrastructure.
- Demonstrated ability to adhere to Work Health and Safety systems and procedures.
Personal Attributes, Communication and Team Work
- Demonstrated commitment to Council’s Corporate Values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Embrace Innovation.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
- Proven ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and as a valuable member of a team.
Customer Service
- Proven ability to deal with customers both internal and external in a polite manner according to standards set by Council.
Level of Planning, Problem Solving and Budget
- To be aware of budget and be considerate of cost implications of their own work.
- Basic planning is required by the job holder to ensure they effectively contribute to works programs.
Desirable Requirements
- First Aid Certificate
- Traffic Control qualifications
- Current Class HC Drivers License
- Certificate III in Civil Construction
- Working Near Overhead Powerlines Training
- Other Plant operation Verification Of Competencies (VOC)
Further Information: Tom Cleary, Works Superintendent on 4677 9574.
Closing Date: 5.00pm Friday, 3 June 2022.
To be considered for this position, candidates must apply via Council’s website: Wollondilly Employment Opportunities and answer the position specific selection criteria as listed in this advertisement. Those not addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.
Preferred applicants will be required to undertake a pre-placement medical. This includes drug and alcohol screening. The preferred applicant may also be required to undertake a Police Background Check, Credential Check and Bankruptcy Check.
In accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2020 all positions are engaged Monday to Sunday except as otherwise provided.
‘Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to Workplace Diversity’
