AddressAs these sites regularly require Temporary Traffic control for road users (i.e. pedestrian and vehicle), it is the responsibility of this role to maximise safety and minimise inconvenience for both workers and road and path users during maintenance activities.
Daily activities of this position include implementing Temporary Traffic Management and undertaking traffic control requirements across various worksites and road environments in line with operational programs and tasks. This role will also assist in suggesting improvements in the traffic guidance schemes (TGS) and report suggestions to the site Supervisor and/or Works Manager.
Duties:
- Direct and implement traffic in accordance with the authorised traffic guidance scheme and/or work program.
- Participate in site safety risk assessments and follow identified controls and ensure all works are in accordance with safe work practices including safe work method statements and standard operating procedures.
- Undertake the day-to-day operation of fleet, equipment, and machinery, including pre-start checks and basic maintenance applicable to the role.
- Effectively use emails and utilise mobile devices to assist in daily tasks and keep effective records, including traffic incident reports.
- Undertake other road maintenance activities as directed by the Works Supervisor.
- This position does not involve direct supervision of staff.
- This position will not be able to participate on the Roads ACT - Works call out.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility/ Other Requirements:
- Traffic controller (TCR) – essential.
- Implement traffic control plans (IMP) - essential.
- CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry – essential.
- 11084NAT - Course in Asbestos Awareness - essential.
- 10830NAT - Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention – essential.
- HLTAIDO11 – Provide First Aid – essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
- Current driver’s licence class C is essential, class MR (medium rigid) essential or ability to obtain within six months of appointment.
- Competent in mobile software applications on tablets and smartphones.
- This position does require a pre-employment medical.
- This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.
- Applicants are made aware that the essential requirements to be obtained within the six-month period are a mandatory requirement to successfully complete the probation and to be appointed permanently to this position.
- Roads ACT will support the successful applicant through the training requirements by organising up to two sessions at the cost to Roads ACT. Should additional attempts be required to obtain the applicable license/certificate in the six-month period, the costs to acquire these will be borne by the successful applicant.
Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position will be moving to a new workplace designed for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk.
How to Apply: A supporting statement of no more than three pages outlining experience and/or ability and clearly addressing each of the requirements listed in ‘Selection Criteria’ section in the attached Position Description.
A current curriculum vitae with contact details of two referees.
Applications should be submitted via the apply now button.
Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.
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