This is a maximum term contract until 30 May 2027, with the possibility of extension or permanency. Salary from: $73,564 to $82,345 per annum plus superannuation. (Salary will be assessed based on skills, experience and qualifications)
If you're a safety-focused truck driver ready for a practical, rewarding role, we would love to have you on board helping keep Wollongong running smoothly.
About the position
We're looking for reliable, safety-focused Truck Drivers to join our Maintenance and Civil Works teams. In this hands‐on role, you'll operate heavy vehicles while supporting a range of civil construction and maintenance projects across the Wollongong Local Government Area, playing a key part in keeping our community running smoothly.
What You'll Be Doing
* Safely operate trucks and other plant equipment in line with Council procedures
* Tow trailers and transport tool trailers and vans to various work sites
* Assist with civil construction and maintenance tasks (e.g. roadworks, concrete formwork, asphalt)
* Load/unload trailers and secure loads
* Maintain a strong focus on safety—both truck-related and on site
* Promote Council's values of Respect, Integrity, OneTeam, Sustainability, and Courage in all aspects of your work.
About you
* You have a current NSW MR licence (minimum); HR licence is a bonus
* You are confident driving manual transmission vehicles
* You are experienced in truck operation, towing, and maintenance
* You are committed to maintaining a safe work environment through effective WHS practices in both truck driving and labouring.
* You hold a current NSW WHS Construction Induction (White Card)
* You have or are willing to obtain Traffic Control and Working Near Overhead Power Lines tickets in the first three months of employment
* You possess strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills
* You are physically capable of labour‐intensive tasks and undertaking the duties outlined in the position description
Please note that as part of the recruitment process you will be required to undertake a practical assessment. Opportunities for overtime and weekend work may be offered when operationally required.
Why you'll love working at Wollongong City Council!
* True work‐life balance We know you work hard, and we make sure that effort is rewarded with real flexibility. Our hybrid work options, flex‐time, and rostered days off mean you can maintain balance while delivering great outcomes.
* Great working conditions Enjoy a 35‐hour work week or a 9‐day fortnight with a regular rostered day off (RDO).
* Career growth and recognition
We are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. Our initiatives include a reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, and leadership development programs to help you grow and succeed.
* Generous leave provisions Benefit from five weeks of annual leave per year (pro rata) and access long service leave after just five years.
* Health, safety, and wellbeing We prioritise a safe workplace for everyone, every day, everywhere. Our wellbeing programs support mental, physical and social wellbeing of our people to be at their best and include an Employee Assistance Program, skin and hearing checks and discounted gym memberships.
* A vibrant social culture Join our Social Club for monthly activities, an annual trivia night, and fantastic Christmas events!
Participate and engage in meaningful work, and contribute to our extraordinary community, where together we make a difference.
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity, you'll be welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), people with disability and veterans.
Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which will include Reference, Identity and Medical History Checks, and may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
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