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Form of work- Permanent Full Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight)
- "HR" class driver's licence essential
- LGE 5 ($59,254 base salary per annum + superannuation) base salary
- High earnings potential above base salary, with relevant allowances and overtime
Why Choose Us
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.
We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains over $7b worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more. We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
We lead creation of a city for this and future generations by focusing on our transition to a circular economy that is resilient to social, financial and environmental shocks.
We are a Council led by our community to create an exciting and dynamic future.
Townsville City Council is growing Townsville.
About the role
This position is responsible for supporting Infrastructure and Operations in the annual delivery of capital projects and programmed maintenance activities through the efficient coordination of plant and personnel, ensuring the delivery of assigned planned construction and maintenance activities in accordance with the set work procedures and quality systems relevant to the associated section of Council.
You will provide immediate supervision and direction to a work crew and be part of a team responsible for the operation and maintenance of the wastewater distribution and reticulation network. Although the role is primarily driving the Vac Truck you will be required to assist wastewater crews as a Wastewater Maintenance Worker when Vac Truck is not in use.
About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Competency in High-pressure Water Jetting System Operator and Vacuum Loading System.
- Current "HR" class driver's licence (essential).
- Confined Space Entry Ticket and a good working knowledge of confined space procedures.
- Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD)
- Ability to receive immunisation against Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B as provided through Council.
- Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal and communication skills with experience supervising crew members and the ability to work in a team and independently.
- Demonstrated high level of knowledge of Council’s Workplace Health and Safety, Quality Assurance and Environmental Management policies legislative requirements and standards associated with the operation of the Vac Truck and other applicable Council plant and equipment.
- Sound problem solving skills with the ability to achieve effective and efficient solutions to challenges and changes.
- Ability to participate in the on-call roster and overtime arrangements as required, to resolve out of hours operational issues or emergency works including disaster management.
This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your skills in the use of a Vac Truck and make a difference to the Water team.
Applications should be submitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages), Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and must include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information review the Position Description.
Closing Date: 11.45pm, Sunday 17 March 2024
What We Offer
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
- 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Domestic and Family Violence Leave
- Natural Disaster Leave
- Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
- Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
- Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Active Family Social Club
- Flexible working arrangements
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact **************@townsville.qld.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
