ABOUT THE ROLE
Please read all information carefully before applying.
Under the direction of the Roads Team Leader and Roads Leading hand, a Roads Team Member is required to contribute to the performance of an on-site work team delivering safe and efficient road maintenance and/or construction activities in relation to Council’s Roads Infrastructure Capital Works and Maintenance programs.
Employment Status: Full Time, Permanent
Hours of Work: 76 hours per fortnight, nine (9) day fortnight
Level & Award: Level 5 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award – State 2017 / Charters Towers Regional Council Certified Agreement
Salary Range: $69,354.00 to $70,910.00 gross per annum plus applicable allowances
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will have:
| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |
- Knowledge and experience in general road maintenance and construction activities.
- Experience operating a range of plant items.
- Basic mechanical knowledge including the ability to conduct routine mechanical prestart and other safety checks.
- Sound numeracy and literacy skills, with an ability to operate basic computer and electronic devices.
Desirable:
- Exposure to using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.
| Essential Education/Qualifications |
- General Safety Induction Certificate (Construction Industry) “Blue/White Card”.
- RII certificate/s of competency (or equivalent) in one or more of the following: Watercart, Front End Loader, Backhoe, Excavator, Grader, Skidsteer, Loader, Tractor/Slasher, Tip Truck, Roller.
Desirable:
- Current First Aid and CPR accreditation.
- Traffic Management Implementation accreditation.
- Traffic Controller accreditation.
- Working Safely Near Live Electrical Lines & Apparatus accreditation.
- Bridge Inspector Level 1 accreditation.
- Agricultural Chemical Distribution Certificate (ACDC) accreditation.
- Polesaw and/or chainsaw competencies.
| Essential Licences |
- Possession and maintenance of a Queensland ‘MR’ Class Driver Licence.
Desirable:
- Possession and maintenance of a Queensland ‘HR’ Class Driver Licence (or higher).
| BENEFITS |
We have a range of benefits that include:
- Fortnightly RDO
- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable to your role)
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Annual wage progression
- 12% Superannuation
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
- Employee Assistance Program
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Inherent Requirements:
The following are essential to performing this role safely. Council will consider reasonable adjustments to help a person meet these requirements.
- This position requires the incumbent to undertake field work exposed to inclement weather.
- The ability to carry out the physical requirements of the position – manual handling, physical labour.
- This position may be required to work weekends and/or overtime as directed.
- This position may be required to work and camp throughout the Council region.
Council is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. This includes taking all steps that are reasonably practicable to prevent the spread of preventable occupational diseases. In accordance with Council’s P0199 Vaccinations and Health Monitoring Procedure, positions exposed to occupational diseases will be subject to the Workplace Immunisation Program.
MORE INFORMATION & QUESTIONS
Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply.
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre-employment assessments/check:
- Pre-employment medical assessment including a drug & alcohol test
- National Police/Criminal History Check
- Right to Work in Australia Check
- Qualification/Licence Verification
Applications must be submitted online using the Apply Now link on this page and should include a cover letter and your current resume.
For further information, please view the Position Description.
For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please contact Milad - Manager Operations on 07 4761 5300 or email.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled.
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