AddressWork Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: Communities
Remuneration: Stream B, Level 3-4: $63,051.56- $65,564.20 per annum + superannuation
Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking a Plant Operator Labourer to join out Emerald team. In this role you will be required to undertake a range of duties as directed by the Supervisor Parks and Gardens, or Coordinator Parks & Facilities, including maintenance to Council’s Parks and garden assets and the operation of various plant and equipment in a safe manner.
In this busy role, you will support the organisation by:
- Daily responsibilities/tasks including resolving on the job issues to be carried out efficiently and effectively using education, experience, expertise and previous training, when deciding on the appropriate equipment and council procedure to use.
- Ensure safe and competent operation of all Council equipment, including carrying out regular maintenance checks.
- Awareness and preparation of a safe work area including all plant and equipment must be maintained at all times, ensuring the safety of employees and the public.
- When required to interact with members of the community do so in a polite and courteous manner.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
- Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers’ licence (manual).
- General Construction Induction Card.
- ACDC Statement of Attainment and Commercial Operators licence (or ability to obtain).
- Working in Proximity to Traffic modules (or ability to obtain).
- Demonstrated ability to undertake physical tasks associated with the position.
- Sound standard of communication skills, including responding to routine enquires from the general public and fellow employees, and recording activities and standard information.
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
BELOW BENEFITS ARE FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme – up to 19.75% for employees contributing 6% (conditions apply)
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Fortnightly RDO’s
- Annual uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Medical Assessment
- References and qualification checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Monday 20th May 2024 at 0800.
