Inf-L33 Open Space Project Team Member

Please read all information carefully before applying.

Under general supervision, this position performs a range of tasks involving general labouring, cleaning, gardening duties and plant operation associated with Council’s Flying Fox Management activities and OpenSpace Program.

The objectives of this position are:

• Deliver quality outcomes that align with Council's Open Space and Environmental Service Delivery Standards.
• Operate and maintain plant in a safe manner that ensures maximum productivity and reliability of Council assets.

The achievement of these objectives will be measured through the efficient and economical utilisation of time, plant and materials, with strong emphasis on compliance with Council's Safety Management System.

Employment Status:  Full Time, Limited Tenure for 12 months

Award:                        Level 3 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award – State 2017

Salary Range:            $2,267.90.

The successful candidate will have:

• Ability to safety and competently operate tractor slashers, front deck lawn mower and other small engine equipment.
• Previous experience or thorough understanding of skills required in a manual labouring/cleaning/gardening/environmental role.
• Ability to safely and competently operate a variety of handheld tools, plant and equipment.
• Effective time management and ability to determine work priorities.
• Sound numeracy and literacy skills, with an ability to operate basic computer and electronic devices.
• Thorough knowledge and commitment to safe working practices, with the ability to identify, resolve and report workplace health and safety issues appropriately.
• Well-developed communication skills and ability to liaise with a wide range of people at all levels.
• Commitment to superior customer service.

• Possession of a General Safety Induction Certificate (Construction Industry) “Blue/White Card”.

• Possession and maintenance of a minimum Queensland ‘C’ class manual drivers licence and other relevant licence/tickets depending on the plant operating requirements.

For further information, view the Position Description.

For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please call 07 4761 5*** or email.

11:59pm Monday, 27 May 2024

Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.