Address- $53,714.27 to $66,602.78pa + super + additional allowance of $3,917.90 p.a.
- Convenient location - steps from Bondi Junction train station
- 35 hours per week plus a fortnightly rostered day off
About us
Woollahra is an area steeped in natural beauty and heritage appealing to residents, businesses and visitors who enjoy its many parks, waterfront locations and historic buildings. Our people come from a diverse range of backgrounds and professions creating a dynamic workforce of over 400 staff members.
About the role
We are seeking to employ a full-time Operational Worker to join our growing Civil Works Team!
As an Operational Worker, reporting to the Civil Works Team Leader, you will join an enthusiastic and skilled team. You will commence work at the Fletcher Street Depot and work collaboratively to undertake various civil maintenance duties including asphalting, concreting and paving throughout the Woollahra Municipality.
Essential Criteria
- Current MR Driver’s Licence.
- Workcover WH&S General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (Whitecard).
- Demonstrated skills and experience in a range of civil maintenance duties (e.g. concreting, paving, asphalting etc.)
- Proven ability to carry out work in accordance with established policies and procedures, as directed to the required standards in a safe and efficient manner.
- Understanding of and commitment to WHS and EEO principles and relevant legislation.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise with the public in high profile areas.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
- Commitment to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Capable of working within in the physical requirements in Section 7 of the Position Description
Desirable Criteria
- Currently hold a TfNSW Traffic Controller Licence or willing to obtain.
What’s in it for you?
We promote equal access to opportunities within the organisation and we pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment.
We are dedicated to looking after our staff, because if we look after our people, we will be better placed to look after our community.
Eligible staff will be entitled to some of the following benefits:
- Fortnightly RDO
- Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport with access to 810+ fitness facilities
- Generous personal leave provisions (E.g. Long Service Leave after 5 years’ of continuous service, Parental Leave, Health & Wellbeing Days, Study Leave)
- High quality training and development opportunities
How to apply
- Apply on line by clicking the link below
- You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria
- If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.
- You will be able to upload 2 documents only
- For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
- For further information about the role, please contact Richmond Alcorn, Civil Works Coordinator on 02 9391 7*** during business hours
- Our preference is for applications to be submitted online, however, we will accept hard copy applications addressed to Human Resources, Woollahra Council, PO Box 61, Double Bay, NSW, 1360
CLOSING DATE: 11:59pm on Monday, 3 October 2022
Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers. As of 1st December 2021, new employees must be fully vaccinated (minimum two doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and provide evidence seven days prior to commencement.
Should an applicant indicate that they wish to seek an exemption on medical or other grounds, they will need to provide evidence of their circumstances such as an accepted certified medical contraindication.
Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
