AddressThe Northern Midlands Council are seeking applications from a suitably qualified and experienced person to join the Municipal Works team as a Leading Hand. The position will be offered on a full-time basis at our Works Depot in Longford, working 76 hours over a 9 day fortnight.
About us
The Northern Midlands is one of the largest and most diverse municipalities in Tasmania. We serve the community with honesty, integrity and pride to deliver the highest quality services to our community. For more information about our Vision, Values and Mission visit www.nmc.tas.gov.au.
About the role
This hands-on role will assist with organising and coordinating the allocation of resources and plant equipment, supervising resources in the maintenance and construction of municipal services and infrastructure, and working alongside our works team to undertake various civil construction and manual labouring duties.
About you
To be successful in this role you will be motivated and results driven by nature, you will have great people management skills and the ability to lead and support your team members. You will be organised, have good attention to detail, good memory recall, and able to manage competing priorities under pressure.
Our ideal candidate will be a qualified and experienced tradesman, or an experienced and capable labourer. For your application to be considered you must have:
- previous experience working in the civil construction industry
- previous experience as a Leading Hand, or managing works teams
- Able to design and set out of kerb and channel
- Knowledge of stormwater and drainage
- Be able to communicate with the general public (Good communication skills)
- Ability to work to timeline and budgets
- proven ability to create and implement a works plan
- a current Australian driver’s licence
- truck licence and machinery skills as advantageous
- be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol testing) to determine your physical fitness to perform the role.
Our Culture and Benefits
We offer a positive and high-performing team to support and assist you in the role. We have a genuine commitment to ongoing learning and development, providing opportunities to diversify and grow, and we have a genuine concern for your health, safety and wellbeing. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive workplace.
This position is being offered on a full-time basis, working a nine-day fortnight, and will be based out of our Longford depot. Terms and conditions of employment, including salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant and in accordance with the Northern Midlands Council Enterprise Agreement. Other benefits include an ADO once a fortnight, 13.0% superannuation, health and well-being initiatives, discounted gym and pool membership and learning and development opportunities.
Apply now
Apply now directly via Seek by clicking the Quick Apply Now button. Your application should include a current resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
This role will be advertised for a minimum period of 2 weeks. Review of applications will begin after 2 weeks and reviews will continue as applications are received until the position is filled. Council may proceed with interviews at any stage during the process. Council may close the role without notice after 2 weeks if a suitable pool of candidates is identified. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications promptly.
Authorised By: Des Jennings, General Manager
