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Form of workAbout Greater Hume
Greater Hume Council is a large rural Council with a focus on responsibility, growth and sustainability. We are based in southern New South Wales, right near the Murray River, bordering Victoria and the local government areas of Albury, Federation, Lockhart, Snowy Valleys and Wagga Wagga Councils. Our offices are dispersed across Holbrook, Culcairn and Jindera, all a short drive to the shore of Lake Hume.
We offer a broad range of services such as swimming pools, libraries and early year’s services through to waste collection, planning permits and major capital works development. Our staff appreciate our flexible approach to work life balance and our friendly, inclusive atmosphere. We enjoy delivering a high standard of meaningful, varied work to our diverse rural communities.
About the Position
Council are looking for an experienced, flexible and motivated Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to support the operations of the eventful workshop at Council's Culcairn Works Depot. This position works with the Workshop Foreman, repairing and servicing a range of Council equipment, ranging from large earthmoving machines to minor items of plant. A component of onsite repairs is also required, offering a change in scenery and requiring adaptability on occasions.
As Plant Mechanic
You will have:
· TAFE Certificate of Trade equivalent as a qualified motor mechanic;
· A demonstrated relevant experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy earthmoving machinery;
· Current Class ‘MR’ Driver’s Licence;
· Current WorkCover Construction Industry Induction Card coupled with a thorough understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) issues applying to work places; and
· The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Why work with Greater Hume?
As a valued Council employee, you have readily available access to:
· 9 day fortnight flexible work arrangement, working 38 hours per week creating excellent work-life balance opportunities
· A generous Annual Leave (20 working days) and Sick Leave (15 working days) entitlement each year, plus access to 11 other forms of leave as per the Award
· Long service leave entitlement after 5 years at Council that is transferrable between NSW Councils
· 11% Superannuation contribution (plus the option to salary sacrifice to Superannuation)
· Ongoing access to professional development and employee assistance for tertiary education (up to $8,000)
· Specialised training, licences and plant competencies
· Long-term career with internal secondment/career opportunities
· Fully supplied Council uniform and PPE
· Ongoing access to weekly employee health and wellbeing programs, including weekly access to a complimentary Physiotherapist
· Annual health checks, including skin and hearing assessments and flu vaccinations
· 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programs (also available to your immediate family members)
· Annual performance appraisals and salary review opportunities.
This position is located at Council’s Culcairn Works Depot, 35 minutes from Albury/Wodonga. Flexible working conditions offer a 76 hour, 9 day fortnight, with a salary in the range of $69,100 to $77,360 gross per annum plus allowances, overtime opportunities and an 11% Council Superannuation contribution. In addition, you will have access to a fully equipped maintenance vehicle during business hours for call out repairs.
Further Information
If you are interested in a career with Council, please contact Council’s Manager Works, Ken Thompson, on 0429 120 *** for a confidential discussion.
Applications
Introduce yourself by applying now. Applicants should address the selection criteria, listed within the position description in order to apply and be considered for this position.
Applications will be received until 12 noon Tuesday, 2 April 2024.Applicants may be contacted for interview prior to the closing date.
