Signs Officer

Our Council

Narromine Shire Council covers an area of 5264 km2 and has a population of approximately 6444 in the rural townships of Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley and the surrounding rural areas. Narromine is located 40km from the regional city of Dubbo.

The identities and values of Narromine Shire have been shaped by the culture of the Wiradjuri People, early farmers and by our strong aviation and sporting history. Today, the Shire has a significant farming-based industry that contributes nationally.

About the position

Narromine Shire Council are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced applicant for the position of Signs Officer.

The objective of this position is to contribute to the overall effectiveness of Council’s civil construction services through the efficient installation and maintenance of signage and markings and inspection and clearing of drainage structures to ensure safe accessible roads and public spaces.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Class ‘C’ drivers’ licence.
• General Construction Induction (CIC – White Card) NSW
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Workzone Trafic Control – Traffic Controller
• Work Zone Traffic Control – Implement Traffic Control Guidance Plan
• Knowledge of road traffic facilities including road signage regulations and installation requirements.

It will be desirable for you to have: 

• Class MR Drivers Licence
• WorkCover Forklift high risk licence (or the ability to obtain)
• Basic welding experience
• Backhoe competency.
• Hydrovac or water snorter/jetter competency
• Competency in streetsweeper operations
• First Aid
• Chainsaw operator qualification

The details relating to this position are:

• The position is graded 6 within Council's salary structure
• The salary range is from $56,728 to $64,072 per annum plus superannuation. The salary step is determined by an annual competency assessment. 
• 38 hour working week applies. NSC has a RDO system whereby every second Monday is a rostered day off.
• Employment conditions are as per the Local Government (State) Award
• Narromine Shire Council promotes the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment
• Narromine Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer that encourages and promotes diversity and inclusion across our shire. People with a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

How to apply

Applications MUST be made through our Narromine Shire Council website https://www.narromine.nsw.gov.au/council/employment

Pre-employment screening

Should you be shortlisted for interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you may be required to undergo the following pre-employment screening process as part of the selection process:

• A functional assessment (at Council's expense) including hearing and drug and alcohol testing
• Reference checks from your 2 work related referees
• Any other additional screening that may be relevant to the role
• Council will check the authenticity of certificates and qualification

Privacy Statement

As part of the recruitment process, Narromine Shire Council will be collecting information about you. This information is private information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act. This information will be included in the recruitment file and only accessed by members of the Recruitment Selection Panel. 

Contact and notes

Enquiries: Paul Hilder, Roads Overseer 02 6889 9***

Closing date: 5:00pm Thursday 21st March 2024

Good luck and we look forward to receiving your application