Ballina, New South Wales
Description
ABOUT US
Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.
Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.
About The Role
Position
We are currently seeking a suitably experienced and enthusiastic individual to join Council's road maintenance team. The key responsibility of this Ganger level position is to provide onsite guidance and assistance to a small team of employees to ensure delivery of quality road maintenance and vegetation management programs.
To be successful you will bring
* Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
* Proven experience and ability to perform labouring duties associated with vegetation management, including trimming of tree branches and operation of spray truck equipment.
* Demonstrated ability to motivate and supervise a team.
* Proven experience and ability to perform labouring duties associated with vegetation management, including trimming/removal of tree branches and trees and operation of spray truck equipment.
* Demonstrated good communication skills, both oral and written.
* Demonstrated good customer service skills with the ability to communicate with the community in a professional and courteous manner.
* Demonstrated digital literacy with experience and competence in computer and devices (e.g. tablet, iPhone) applications.
The rewards
* A salary range of $63,300 to $72,600 per annum (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills and experience.
* Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
* Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
* Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
* Provision of uniform and PPE.
* An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
* An absolute focus on our peoples' safety and well being.
* Generous Award workplace conditions.
Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.
Applications close
11.30pm on Sunday 14 September 2025
Specific enquiries
Alistair Weallans | Works Engineer |
How To Apply
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