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Form of workOperations Tradesperson
Permanent Full Time Opportunity
38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight! (Rostered Day Off)
Salary ranging from $62,657.40 to $72,683.00 p.a plus 11% Superannuation (Depending on Experience and Qualifications)
About the Role
An Operations Tradesperson will work out of our Infrastructure Branch. As an Operations Tradesperson you will be is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Councils assets and infrastructure. You will also work in small specialist or project teams involved in operations of roads, maintenance and construction. You will be required to work under direct supervision and complete day-to-day manual labouring tasks.
About Us
Wingecarribee Shire Council is in the magnificent Southern Highlands with a balance of pristine natural scenery and rich diversity of lifestyle choices from its historical past to modern amenities, all at your doorstep. With a population of over 50,000, Wingecarribee Shire has much to offer both the individual and family alike. Only 110 km from Sydney CBD and 70 km from Wollongong, we are a relatively easy traverse for those wishing to commute to the Shire and, equally so, for those who prefer to live in the Shire whilst enjoying an occasional jaunt to the City or Coast.
Essential Criteria
- Demonstrated experience in construction and/or maintenance (roads and drainage).
- Demonstrated practical experience in the operation of a range of plant and machinery relevant to the field.
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience in manual labouring roles across a variety of projects in construction and
- maintenance.
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions within a team environment, and to communicate effectively with internal
- and external customers.
- Practical understanding of Workplace Health and Safety, awareness of environmental impacts, legislation and
- responsibilities
- Current WHS Construction Induction White Card.
- Current Medium Rigid (MR) Drivers Licence.
What We Offer
- Rostered Days Off in addition to Annual Leave, Health and Wellbeing Days and time off for Blood Donors
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
- Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
- Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
- Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup
How to Apply
Please upload your current resume and a document addressing how you meet the essential criteria of the role. Applicants not addressing the essential criteria may not be considered. For further information about the role, please contact Aaron Baumeister on 02 4868 0***.In accordance with Wingecarribee Shire Council’s COVID 19 Safety Plan, we encourage all employees to be COVID 19 vaccinated.
Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Applications are to be received by Sunday 24th March 2024.
