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SalaryLower Murray Water (LMW) is a water corporation providing services to around 80,000 urban and rural customers along the Murray River. Our service region lies within the traditional lands of First Nations Peoples, starting from Barapa Barapa (Koondrook), travelling downstream along the Murray River through Latji Latji (Mildura) and flowing to Ngintai at the South Australian border. With over 200 staff located in and around Mildura, Swan Hill, Kerang and Robinvale, our vision is for a healthy, sustainable water future.
We have an exciting role available for a Civil Maintenance Operator to join our growing team who are responsible for the efficient delivery of Civil Maintenance and construction within the local community. Whether you have trade qualifications, civil construction experience or are just looking to kick start your career - that's ok! More than anything we are looking for the right people to join the team.
About the role:
This ‘hands on’ role, will allow you to use your prior civil experience or develop your skills within the water industry whilst learning from team members with decades of experience within the Civil Maintenance field. You will be assisting your team to complete a range of safe construction and maintenance of civil assets across LMW’s irrigation, drainage, potable water and sewer systems.
Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:- Efficient and reliable construction and maintenance of Civil Maintenance assets including potable water, sewer, irrigation and drainage infrastructure
- Maintain tools, equipment, and plant in a safe, clean and serviceable condition
- Contribute to a safety-first culture
- Always represent LMW professionally
- Being flexible with availability and hours, overtime and out-of-hours work will be required, as will forming part of an on call roster
View the full position description on our website
About you:You will be an engaged and enthusiastic person who is eager to learn within a fast-paced team environment. To be successful in this role, you will have the following or willingness to learn:
- Safety first approach to all works
- Experience in either civil or general construction is desirable but not essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team with a can-do attitude
- Current drivers’ licence
- Must have the right to work in Australia
- Must have or be willing to obtain a Victorian White Card
We encourage you to apply even if you don’t necessarily meet all the requirements of the role. You may have other skills and experience that makes you a great fit for LMW.
What we offer:- A friendly and inclusive culture
- Flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance for you and your family.
- A dynamic workplace where every day offers new and exciting ventures
- Health and wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program.
- A strong focus on career and leadership development
- Attractive salary and employment benefits under our Enterprise Agreement
Working at LMW will inspire you to be passionate, innovative and dynamic. The skills and abilities you bring to the role will be valued. We are committed to fostering a high-performing culture through continued coaching, developing and learning opportunities which will support an exciting career.
How to apply:To apply for this role please download and complete the application form including responses to the following questions:
- Why do you want to be a Civil Maintenance Operator at LMW and what skills and experience will you bring to the role?
- What is your understanding of safety in high risk work places and how to you make sure no one is injured while at work?
Email your application form and resume to ***********@lmw.vic.gov.au by Wednesday, 3 April 2024. Enquiries can be directed to Peter Vardanega on 0439 367 *** or the email address above.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce and celebrate that everyone at LMW is unique in their own way. These unique differences create a culture at LMW that enhances not only our organisation but also the community in which we serve.
If you require any help with your application, accessibility or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please don’t hesitate to contact our Diversity & Inclusion Officer – Steph on 0498 400 ***.
