Grader Operator

Berrigan Shire Council is seeking applications for the position of Grader Operator.

The primary purpose of the position the Grader Operator is to operate the grader and perform Ganger duties under instruction from the Overseer, lead a small team in the construction of Council’s roads, implement work schedules and ensure Council’s infrastructure meets a safe and high-quality standard.

Within the area of responsibility, this role is required to:

• Maintain and operate the Grader in a safe manner and prepare roadway pavements to meet an acceptable standard for unsealed pavements, and for pavements requiring bitumen surfacing.
• Operate additional plant as required to ensure roadworks are completed according to established work schedules;
• Lead the construction team, ensuring tasks are performed to a quality standard, and work health and safety requirements are met;
• Communicate with members of the public, in accordance with Council’s Code of Conduct,and refer any issues raised onto appropriate staff to ensure they are followed up and addressed.

Essential Requirements;

• Australian Drivers Licence– minimum HR 
• Internal plant operation competency
• Ability to interpret plans/Grader cards
• Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Implement Traffic Control Plans qualification

This position is full time, classified at Band 10 Entry Level - under Council’s salary structure between$65,504.99 and $71,399.99 per annum, plus 11% statutory superannuation, 76 hour 9 day fortnight. Conditions are in accordance with Local Government (State) Award 2023.

All applications must be marked PO/32/2024 and include a Cover letter, Resume & Completed Application form; a copy of the application form is available at www.berriganshire.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Joy Walker. HR Support on, 03 5888 5***.

If you would like to discuss this position further, please contact Dean Loats, Roads Overseer on (03) 5888 5***.

Applications will be received up to 9:00amFriday, 5 April 2024. Applications should be marked “Confidential”– Grader Operator, PO/32/2024 and forwarded to:

Chief Executive Officer Berrigan Shire Council 56 Chanter Street

BERRIGAN NSW 2712.

Or to ****@berriganshire.nsw.gov.au

Berrigan Shire Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer