About The Opportunity
Council has opportunities for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join the Transport Infrastructure Team in Orange and Cudal as Road Maintenance Officers.
The primary purpose of this role is to contribute as a member of a team providing a broad range of road maintenance and construction activities, including machinery operation and drainage works, while ensuring cost-efficient service delivery, a safe working environment, and adherence to standards.
Work teams are led by a supportive and proactive leadership team. Support and training aligned with Council's values will be provided to help you learn the role and ensure resilience, adaptability, and performance to meet Council and community expectations.
Working for Cabonne Council offers a rewarding opportunity to serve local communities. The operation does not require shift work or rotational rosters, instead offering a Monday to Friday schedule that promotes work/life balance.
This full-time position operates over a 38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight, with opportunities for overtime.
Below is an overview of the position. For more details, please read the attached position description.
Detailed Responsibilities
1. Work as a team member to effectively undertake roadworks, including:
* Road construction and maintenance activities
* Traffic control duties
* Manual works
* Roadside maintenance
* Site inductions and toolbox meetings
* Completing relevant records such as timesheets, checklists, risk assessments
* Light plant maintenance and operation within certification capabilities
* Working outside normal hours and overtime, including emergency repairs
What Do You Need to Be Successful?
Essential
* Construction Induction Certification (White Card)
* Class C drivers' licence
* Effective communication skills
* Team commitment, reliability, punctuality
* Positive attitude
Desirable
* Class HR driver's licence
* Chainsaw Certification
* Traffic Control Plans and Traffic Controller Certification
Additional Details
* Employment under the Local Government (State) Award 2023
* Grade 3-4 in Council's salary system
* Weekly wage: $1,044.10 to $1,180.50, depending on qualifications and experience
* Right to work in Australia required
* Cabonne Council promotes EEO and inclusiveness
The recruitment process may include interviews, medical and drug testing, reference checks, and qualification verification.
Cabonne Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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