Ballina Shire Council

Labour Hire – Construction Officer Water & Wastewater

Can resumes of suitable candidates please be lodged to fill the Grade 5 position of Construction Officer - Water and Wastewater. Position details as follows:

Site Contact:

Peter Reade | Team Leader Utilities Construction  | 0436 395 354

P&C Contact:

Yasmin Hernage | yasmin.hernage@ballina.nsw.gov.au | 02 6686 1402

What is required? 

Construction Officer – Water and Wastewater

Work as part of a team to construct and maintain the Shire’s drinking water, recycled water and wastewater infrastructure. 

Operate and maintain a tipper truck, all other plant and machinery as required and undertake labouring duties associated with the construction, repair and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure.

Provide a high level of customer service to Council’s internal and external clients to ensure efficient and effective operations. 

Start Date:

29 April 2025

Start Time/hour of work:

6:30am

Address/ site:

BSC Depot | Southern Cross Drive, Ballina 

Anticipated engagement period:

Approx. TBC

Reason for placement:

Additional resource 

Candidate specifics:

Essential

• Current Class HR driver licence with an ability to operate a manual transmission and a good and safe driving record.

Desirable

• Backhoe ticket.
• Demonstrated experience in the operation of relevant plant items, and basic mechanical knowledge. 
• Proven basic understanding of the operational requirements of water and wastewater reticulation networks. 
• See position description for additional details

Additional Notes: 

Grade 5

Field based position

High vis wear, safety boots, sun protection

Full BSC induction requirements

Once engaged - Please provide copy of licence and relevant tickets, and mobile number