Wingecarribee Shire Council

Operations Crew Member – Construction

Operations Crew Member - Construction
Permanent Full Time Opportunity
38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight! (Rostered Day Off)
Salary ranging from $60,211.84 - $69,975.88 + 11% Superannuation per annum (Depending on Experience and Qualifications)

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to participate in construction of Council’s roads and infrastructure. This position works across multidisciplined areas and project teams where operationally required and involves working under direct supervision, assisting in a variety of routine manual labouring and skilled tasks

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is the Local Government Authority (LGA) for the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales. We are a thriving regional centre located midway between Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong and is a recognised place of arts, culture and style for our visitors and our community. A great place to explore the abundance of outdoor activities or to raise a family with a range of excellent health and educational options for all ages. It’s the place to be!

Our Values of R E S P E C T - Resilience Empathy Sustainability Pride Efficiency Courage and Teamwork drive the way we work

The Essential Criteria

1. Demonstrated experience in construction and/or maintenance (roads and drainage) operating of small handheld tools, equipment and machinery relevant to the field equipment.
2. Proven ability to follow instructions within a team environment, and to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
3. Demonstrated ability in the use of computer applications, and operating devices effectively, embracing digital solutions for works activities to enable field productivity and scheduling based systems to facilitate day- to-day operations.
4. Ability to effectively communicate with key stakeholders in delivering information on operational and maintenance services.
5. Hold and maintain C Class Drivers Licence, Traffic Control Combo (Stop Slow Bat and Implement Traffic Plans) and WHS Induction Card with a willingness to obtain within 12 months of employment; Level 1 Accredited Chainsaw course.
6. Maintain drivers licence without restriction and ability to operate manual transmission
7. Participate in on-call roster and overtime (where applicable)

Our Benefits

• Attractive Salary Remuneration + 11.5% Superannuation per year
• Work a 38-hour work week with a rostered day off every fortnight.
• Four weeks annual, three weeks sick leave and two Health and Wellbeing days per annum
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
• Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
• Uniforms supplied
• Additional Allowances Applicable as per the Local Government Award
• Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
• Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup

How to Apply

Please upload your current resume and a document addressing how you meet the essential criteria of the role. Applicants not addressing the essential criteria may not be considered. For further information about the role, please contact Aaron Baumeister on 02 4868 0888.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications are to be received by Sunday 3 November 2024.