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Form of work
Salary- A varied and challenging role, which is responsible for the coordination and supervision of daily activities of work crews whilst performing construction and maintenance tasks.
- Competitive annual salary commencing at $70,234.32, plus up to 13% superannuation.
- Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to spectacular Fraser Island. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $70,234.32, plus up to 13% superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 7th January 2024 at 11.00pm AEST
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Leading Hand Signs & Lines
Role Overview
The Leading hand works under remote supervision and is responsible for providing high level support to the Supervisor through the coordination and supervision of daily activities of work crews whilst performing construction and maintenance tasks.
Essential Knowledge & Skills:
- Assist the Supervisor in achieving quality, safety and environmental outcomes for civil construction and maintenance activities.
- Implement and monitor policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements and ensure safety of all employees, contractors and members of the public.
- Complete risk assessments and follow established work procedures.
- Promptly raise issues with immediate Supervisor.
- Plan own work, and work of assigned staff to achieve task completion through efficient use of available plant, machinery and human resources.
- Supervise the daily work of the crew while establishing and maintaining an environment which encourages team work. Guide and assist trainees.
- Perform general labouring duties.
- Ensure plant, tools and equipment is maintained in good order and in accordance with the operator’s manual, council’s procedures and best practice.
- Accurately interpret plans, instructions and specifications.
- Use judgement and experience gained within the trade to solve problems on the job.
- Implement traffic control schemes when required.
- Demonstrated ability to perform work at above trade or equivalent level under remote supervision.
- Possession of a Trade Certificate (Certificate III) and completion of RIISS00002 – Skill Set Leading Hand or willingness to complete such qualifications.
- Ability to operate and maintain plant and equipment consistent with competencies held.
- Capacity to perform physical labouring tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate and coordinate a team to complete daily jobs within a work environment of high complexity. (BSBWOR502)
- Demonstrated ability to manage time, set priorities and plan works in an environment of changing priorities and competing demands. (BSBWOR404)
- Sound numeracy, written and verbal communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of workplace health and safety considerations relevant to the area and proven ability to limit risks in this type of environment. (BSBWHS401/RIIRIS301D)
- Ability to ensure all work is performed to meet legislative requirements and responsibilities of Council.
- Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence that is current and maintained.
- Construction Industry (White/Blue card).
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Roads Maintenance, Robert Dwine on 07-54810874 or email robert.dwine@gympie.qld.gov.au
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au
What we offer?
- Nine-day fortnight
- Access to employee health and well-being programs
- Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate.
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements.
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
- Accountability
- Communication
- Customer Service Focused
- Integrity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply
Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:
1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below, as requested (please use an individualised email address as using another person's may effect your application, if you do not have one please follow this link to create a )
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunday 7th January 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
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