Hawkesbury City Council

Operational Assistant – Transport Operations

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• Salary $54k per annum + Allowance + 11.5% Super
• Rostered Day Off / 9 Day Fortnight
• Fitness Passport + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to Coordinator Transport Operations, the purpose of this role is to undertake construction and maintenance activities and projects in accordance with Council’s operations program.

About You

You will have strong desire to learn, ability to work as part of the team, excellent communication skills, and ability to work in a safe manner that follow WH&S policies and procedures.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Workplace Health and Safety practices.
• Physically fit to suit various functions of the role.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Class C Drivers Licence
• WHS General Induction for Construction Work in NSW
• Working with Children Check

The Rewards

There are great benefits and opportunities to working with Hawkesbury Council, including:

• Great working environment
• Rostered Day Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employment stability
• Flexible work arrangements
• Tertiary Education Assistance
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Employee Performance Review and Planning System
• Fitness Passport or Corporate Rate Gym Membership - Oasis Leisure Centre
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s People and Development Team on 02 4560 4444.

Applications close Sunday, 9 March 2025

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.