OverviewJoin to apply for the Maintenance Assistant role at Bendigo AdvertiserSingleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE.
BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.
Singleton Council has a long and proud history and offers a wide range of services to support our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.The RoleADD VALUE - THE ROLEWorking in a multi-disciplined Civil Operations team, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for undertaking a range of labouring tasks assisting in the construction and maintenance of the Council's infrastructure assets within the Singleton Local Government area.Essential CriteriaA working knowledge of and experience with labouring tasks involving construction and maintenance in roads or civil construction, coupled with experience using small machinery and hand tools used to undertake such work.Demonstrated ability to cooperatively work as part of a team.Knowledge of WHS responsibilities as an employee.A commitment to providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers of Council.This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 76 hours per fortnight on a team-based 9-day fortnight.
Remuneration package is based on Grade 3 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $2,213 - $2,489 per fortnight plus 12% superannuation.BenefitsYour Wellbeing Benefits IncludeSwell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)Health + Wellbeing LeaveFitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flu Vaccinations + Skin ChecksYour Flexible Work Benefits May IncludeRostered Day Off9-day fortnightConcessional Leave between Christmas and New YearAnnual LeaveSick + Carer's LeaveLong Service Leave after 5 yearsPurchase of Additional Annual LeaveParental LeaveDomestic + Family Violence LeaveYour Development Benefits IncludeTraining Courses + Professional DevelopmentEducation AssistanceLeadership Development ProgramEmerging Leaders Program"Grow our Own" ProgramYour reward + recognition benefits includeESSPecialist Program AwardsCustomer Experience (CX) Recognition ProgramService AwardsBe Valued Recognition ProgramHow to ApplyFor a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Leigh Hall, Coordinator Civil Operations, on 02 6578 7235.
To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.
Applications close Thursday 18 September 2025.Job DetailsSeniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: OtherJob function: Management and ManufacturingIndustries: Newspaper PublishingNotes: This description reflects the information provided without altering original facts.
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