Based in Urana,but will work across the Federation Council area
Get Behind the Wheel: Water Cart Operator
Are you ready to drive your career forward while serving the heart of your local community? Federation Council is looking for a motivated individual to join our construction and maintenance team. Based in Urana and working across the beautiful Federation Council area, this is your chance to secure a stable, rewarding role with a real focus on work/life balance
Your Typical Day
In this dynamic role, you will be a key player in maintaining our roads, bridges, footpaths, and drainage systems. Your responsibilities will include:
* Operating Heavy Plant: Confidently handling Water Carts, Rollers, Tractors, and MR/HR Trucks.
* Equipment Care: Performing daily minor servicing and pre-start safety checks to keep our fleet in top shape.
* Safe Transport: Delivering plant and materials safely to job sites.
* Safety First: Managing traffic control duties with professional signage and barriers to keep the public and your team safe.
* Reporting: Keeping accurate timesheets and reporting any asset faults to your Team Leader promptly.
What You Bring to the Team (Selection Criteria to be addressed as part of your application)
We are looking for a proactive problem-solver who takes initiative. To be successful, you will need:
* The Right Licence: A current and valid Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence.
* Industry Experience: Demonstrated experience in road maintenance or construction.
* Safety Credentials: A Construction Induction (White Card).
* Traffic Management: NSW Traffic Management Certificates (or the ability to get them within 3 months of starting).
* WHS Knowledge: A strong understanding of safety practices in high‐risk environments.
Why You'll Love Working with Us
We don't just offer a job; we offer a career. When you join our team, you'll enjoy:
* Work/Life Balance: A 9‐day fortnight with a regular rostered day off (RDO).
* Stability & Growth: Full‐time hours (76 per fortnight) with clear opportunities to advance within Local Government.
* Long‐Term Rewards: Access to long service leave after 5 years of service.
Click here to view the Position Description
The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council's policies and conditions of employment. The salary commences at $1,212.10 per week with progression up to $1,337.90 per week dependent upon skills and experience.
How to find out more:
To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Abhi Bohra, Works Overseer Urana on 0402 025 614 or HR Officer Megan Lynch on 0403 447 196 during business hours Monday to Friday.
How to apply
You may apply through any of the following methods:
* Online:Select the 'Apply' button on our HR Management platform.
* By Mail:Send your application to Federation Council Human Resources, PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646.
Applications Close 4:00pm Friday 01 May 2026 which will be reviewed as they come in!
Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.
Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex‐service personnel.
Federation Council is home to a thriving and diverse community located in an agriculturally rich and diverse area on the border of NSW and VIC. The Southern Riverina region is the centre of one of the most productive wool, cereals and livestock growing areas in Australia. Only 3 hours from Melbourne, 4 hours from Canberra and 6 hours from Sydney, the region boasts a great climate & vibrant atmosphere.
From the roads you use and the footpaths you walk on, to the household waste you produce and the open spaces you visit, Federation Council provides an enormous range of services, as well as managing millions of dollars worth of infrastructure and public assets in our community.
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