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- Work type: Permanent Full-time
- Location: Gayndah
Why work with us?
There really is no better place to live, work and play than naturally beautiful North Burnett. Home to 6 main townships plus quaint villages, the region boasts incredible National Parks, is agriculturally diverse, and offers an idyllic relaxed lifestyle.
Work-life balance, this role offers Rostered days off each week, allowing you to enjoy our beautiful rural location, and relaxed natural environment, while having the space and freedom to explore your potential.
Community and connection, find a sense of belonging and build authentic and meaningful relationships within our close-knit communities.
Affordable living, enjoy a lower cost of living and better housing affordability.
Rural lifestyle, enjoy the rural landscapes, clean air, and laid-back atmosphere.
Rewarding career, this is an exciting time to be joining the team. North Burnett Regional Council offer a dynamic working environment with opportunities for professional development and initiatives to support a healthy work/life balance.
About the role
North Burnett Regional Council is currently seeking a Final Trim Grader Operator in the Civil Construction team based in Gayndah. Reporting to the Civil Works Supervisor, you will Operate a Grader to Final Trim all types of road construction and maintenance grading in line with road treatment criteria’s, including but not limited to; mixing best sourced gravels, and reforming a road incorporating the crown, crossfall, table drains and catch drains to provide a quality finish on the pavement surface to Council’s standard.
About you
You will have demonstrated civil construction knowledge and substantial experience in a similar role, excellent interpersonal skills, value a workplace that holds safety to a high standard, and at a minimum possess a current competency in grader operations (RII) and an unrestricted MR or higher-class drivers licence. Competent in the use of GPS/UTS systems is desirable.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Possess a Work Safe in the Construction Industry Induction Certificate (White Card)
- Relevant plant operator competencies (evidence)
- Traffic Management Implementation Program licence (desirable)
- Traffic Control Industry Authority (desirable)
Benefits of working at Council
- Be part of a passionate and talented team
- Competitive salaries, plus 12% superannuation
- Generous leave provisions
- Healthy work/ life balance
- Rostered days off (RDO)
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee ‘Study Assistance’ scheme
- Employee Assistance Program for work or non-work-related matters
Applications close: 10:00pm, Monday 01 April 2024
Contact: If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Darren from the People and Performance Team on 0499 781 280.
How to apply:
- A covering letter (no more than two pages), detailing your reason/s for applying for the position and how your work experience, skills and knowledge meet the key responsibilities and position requirements as outlined in the Position Description.
- A current resume that summarises your employment history, education and training as well as referees.
- A copy of your current driver’s licence, and relevant qualifications and certificates
- A completed Position Application Form
Love the role and looking for accommodation?
The North Burnett Region offers affordable accommodation options, particularly if you are looking at getting into the housing market. Contact our local real-estate agents directly to discuss potential opportunities. If you are looking for short-term/rental accommodation, again, please contact our local Real Estate agents directly to discuss suitable options.
Additional Information
Please refer to the Position Description for full details regarding the responsibilities and requirements of this position.
Due to the nature of these roles, the successful candidates will be physically fit and able to satisfactorily pass Council’s medical and functional assessment based on the physical and safety requirements of the position.
North Burnett Regional Council is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To be considered for this position, you must have adequate unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you and appreciate your application.
