Unsealed Works Ganger

Moree Plains Shire Council is seeking a highly motivated Unsealed Works Ganger to join Council's Infrastructure team. 

• Permanent, Full-Time – 38 hours per week career opportunity. 
• Location - Moree 
• Attractive Salary ranging from $1,269.50 up to $1,459.90 per week (PLUS superannuation) depending on qualifications and experience
• Salary packaging options
• Rostered day off every 2 weeks - an extra 26 days off a year!

The Unsealed Works Ganger will be required to ensure safe operation of all plant and equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of unsealed roads within the Moree Plains Shire Council and ensure the safe operation of the Road Network within the Shire. The role also includes the following:

• Ensuring the effective daily planning and supervision of unsealed road maintenance and construction projects or other works assigned by the Superintendent
• Ensuring the safe operation of all road works within the Shire
• Promoting a high-quality neat and tidy image that encourages people to be proud to live and invest in the region.

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications: 

• A Certificate IV in Civil Construction is an essential requirement, however applicants who do not hold this qualification may be considered in some instances if willing to commit to enrolling in the qualification during the 3-month probationary period.
• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence
• You will hold a WHS General Construction Induction Card, current Class C drivers licence and a Traffic Controller Certificate - Traffic Controller (TCR) and Implement Traffic Control Plans (IMP).
• Experience in road construction, maintenance works and knowledge of heavy pathing procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in interpreting and comply with engineering plans, drawings and project specifications.
• Ability to organise, manage and supervise the activities of maintenance and construction crews to deliver quality outcomes with set time frames.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR COUNCIL

• Long service leave after 5 years of employment.
• Flexible working arrangements with a rostered day off every 2 weeks - an extra 26 days off a year!
• Salary packaging opportunities to maximise take home pay.
• 11% employer contribution to superannuation.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• 15 days sick leave.
• PPE provided or Uniform allowance.

Please address the selection criteria below.  All applications must be made online only.  

This position closes at 11:59pm Friday 2 February 2024.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s Human Resources Team on (02) 67 573 *** or via email ****@mpsc.nsw.gov.au

Our commitment to safety:

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to safety. A pre-employment health check and a three-month probationary period apply to all positions. All employees are subject to drug and alcohol screening at the pre-employment health screening and random testing will occur throughout the probationary period.

Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.