Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney's most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.
**About the opportunity**
Our Asset Planning and Support section are seeking 2 x Surveyor's Assistants to join our Survey team as seen below:
- 1 x permanent, full-time position
- 1 x temporary, full-time position for up to 12 months.
The role is primarily responsible for assisting engineers and surveyors in fieldwork, traffic counts, and other miscellaneous tasks.
**Qualifications and experience**
**Essential**:
- School certificate
- Some experience in this field
- Current class "C" driver's licence.
**Desirable**:
- RTA Traffic Controllers Certificate
- Ability to read simple engineering plans and deposited plans
- Ability to do simple mathematics
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Availability to work flexible working hours.
**Remuneration and benefits**
The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council's Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $1,222.32 per week
- 38-hour working week
- Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight
- Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.
**Our commitment to safety**
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.
We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
**Position description**
Click **here **to view or download the position description.
- Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
**Closing date: Friday 1 March, 11.59 pm**
**Contact officer: Yibin Liu on 0458 021 593**
Internal ref: BCC119 and BCC124