Construction Plant Operator - Waikerie

Council is seeking applications from highly motivated and enthusiastic people to join the Waikerie Depot Construction team. This is an exciting career opportunity to work for a dynamic, community focused and progressive Council in the Riverland of South Australia.

The full time position includes attractive pay and work conditions with modern plant and equipment. Council offer flexible work arrangements to support a relaxed work/life balance by way of an 8-day fortnight working to a roster of Tuesday to Friday 6:30am to 4:30pm.

Requirements include:

• Proven skills and experience in road construction and maintenance
• Experience in Patrol Grading to ensure maintenance of Council’s roads is within set schedules
• Provide safe and efficient plant and equipment operations
• Ability to carry out routine maintenance of plant and equipment when necessary
• South Australian drivers licence class Heavy Combination (HC) is preferred

Key responsibilities and qualifications for this position are listed in the Job and Person Specification. Remuneration for this position will be paid under the Local Government Employees Award and DCLW's Enterprise Agreement – Grade 6 to 7 dependent on qualifications, skills and experience.

All applications must be submitted online via Council’s email address *******@lwdc.sa.gov.au

To be considered, applications must include a resume and cover letter addressing the Job and Person Specification. Applicants will be assessed on their ability to demonstrate relevant qualifications, skills and experience for the position and alignment with the District Council’s Values and Behaviours.

Further enquiries regarding the position may be obtained by contacting the Coordinators of Infrastructure Services:
Dom Perre - 0418 841 ***
Ron Millington - 0488 547 ***

Applications will be received up to 12 noon on Friday 15 March 2024.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, National Police Clearance, Pre-employment Medical and Hearing Test. The District Council of Loxton Waikerie is a smoke, drug and alcohol-free work environment.

The District Council of Loxton Waikerie is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a Child Safe Environment

Advert - Construction Plant Operator - Waikerie

Job and Person Specification - Construction Plant Operator - Waikerie