Location: Cudal, Orange and Molong
Department: Transport - Delivery
Compensation: Weekly AUD $1,075.40 - $1,215.90
Employment type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Make a Real Difference in Your Community
Every day, your work helps keep local roads safe, accessible, and reliable for the people who live, work, and travel in our region. As a Road Maintenance Officer, you'll see the tangible results of your efforts and take pride in contributing to essential infrastructure that supports the whole community.
Why Choose this Role?
Work as Part of a Supportive, Safety‐Focused Team
You'll be part of a hands‐on, close‐knit team that looks out for one another. Safety is our priority – for our people and the public – and you'll work in an environment where safe systems of work, clear procedures, and strong supervision are standard practice. Toolbox talks, site inductions, and teamwork ensure everyone goes home safe.
Varied, Active, and Practical Work
No two days are the same. Your role will involve a mix of road construction and maintenance, traffic control, manual works, plant operation, drainage and roadside maintenance. This is an active, outdoor role that suits people who enjoy physical work, practical problem‐solving, and seeing real progress on the job.
Stability and Security
We offer permanent, full‐time employment with consistent hours and opportunities for overtime during peak works and emergency response. Working within local government provides long‐term job security and dependable conditions.
Develop Your Skills and Experience
We support your growth by building on your existing skills and providing opportunities to gain further training and certifications. You'll develop experience across a broad range of road maintenance activities and machinery, increasing your capability and confidence over time.
Respect, Teamwork, and Pride in What You Do
We value people who take pride in their work, show respect for others, and contribute positively to a team environment. Your reliability, commitment, and "can‐do" attitude are recognised and appreciated.
What You Will Bring to the Role
* Construction Induction Certification (White Card).
* Class C drivers' licence.
* Effective communication skills with the ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
* Demonstrated commitment to a team‐based approach, reliability and punctuality, with a proven ability to work in a team environment.
* Displays a positive attitude.
* Class HR driver's licence.
* Chainsaw Certification.
* Current Implement Traffic Control Plans and Traffic Controller Certification.
Benefits of working at Council include
At Cabonne Council we recognise our employees want to work in an organisation that provides more than just a job. We understand meaningful work, the opportunity to develop professionally and personally, and the ability to balance life's priorities are important. We offer our employees a flexible, welcoming, inclusive and safe work environment, along with a variety of attractive benefits.
Our lifestyle friendly benefits include:
* A nine‐day fortnight
* Dedicated training and professional development budgets
* Staff Wellness Program
* Opportunity to extend leave by taking leave at half pay
* Parental leave for primary and secondary carers
* Fitness Passport – unlimited use at participating businesses
* Long service leave available at 5 years' service
Other details relating to this position are
* Employment is under the Local Government (State) Award 2023.
* This position is graded 3-4 in Council's salary system.
* Gross weekly wage range is $1075.40 to $1215.90 dependent upon qualifications and experience.
* You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
* Cabonne Council proudly promotes the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and inclusiveness.
Cabonne Council is an equal opportunity employer embracing access and diversity in its recruitment process.
Cabonne Council is a Child Safe Organisation that is dedicated to respecting children and young people. We prioritise their voices and views and we are committed to taking proactive measures to always keep children safe.
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