AddressARE YOU AN IRRIGATION SPECIALIST?
BRING YOUR SKILLS AND JOIN A GREAT TEAM AT TOOWOOMBA REGIONAL COUNCIL.
About the position
The Assistant Irrigation Technician position will be responsible for assisting the Irrigation Technician in maintaining irrigation systems on sporting fields and high-profile parks throughout Toowoomba.
This position will work under limited supervision.
- The base wage rate for this position is $1,088.81 gross per 38 hour week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
- This is a Permanent Full time position based at the Principal Depot in Charlton.
- Enjoy a Rostered Day off each month.
- Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!
- Active social club – TRC Employee’s Association.
- Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership.
- Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems.
How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria
- Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description (Once logged into your Seek account, click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to the Toowoomba Regional Council advertisement to access the Position Description and to apply).
- Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain plant / machinery consistent with qualifications held / required to the principles of best practice and Council standards.
- Basic numeracy, written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to complete daily works tasks neatly and correctly.
- Ability to perform physical labouring tasks and a broad range of tasks requiring developed industry skills.
- Demonstrated ability in maintenance/installations of irrigation system.
- Demonstrated ability to understand directions and to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to provide accurate timely advice in a helpful and supportive manner.
- Understanding of and commitment to Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Teamwork.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your current resume and ensure you answer all of the application questions.
The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.
PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.
Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
For further information
Please contact Werner Suhr on 0488 042 *** within business hours.
Closing date
The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 2 June 2024.
About Council
The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.
Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.
