About this opportunity:
You will bring your experience and knowledge of maintenance and construction of drainage assets and other parks infrastructure undertaking labouring duties and plant/truck operations. In particular, some of the key duties will include vegetation work, mowing, snipping, clearing of illegal dumping.
Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:
* Current General Construction Safety "White" Card
* Current QLD Manual Car 'C' Class Open Driver's Licence
* Current QLD Medium Rigid Truck 'MR' Class Licence Desirable (or willing to obtain)
* Current Traffic Controllers Ticket (or willing to obtain)
* Competent operation of small ride-on equipment and light mechanical plant
* Demonstrated experience in road and drainage construction and maintenance activities
Why work for Mackay Regional Council?
At Mackay Regional Council, we believe that we can create opportunities to help our region become the best region for liveability and livelihood. You will be home with your family every night and gain the work/life balance and job security you've been searching for
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In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:
* Base annual salary of $63, allowances as applicable
* Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
* 9 day fortnight roster.
* May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
* Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
* Study and assistance programs for career development.
* Learning and career development opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
* Active Social Clubs.
Applications Close:
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, the position may close earlier than expected. Submit your application today to avoid missing out on this fantastic career prospect.
How to apply:
Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role.
Having troubles submitting your application?
Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY
***Important information for applicants:
To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.
Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.