Water/Town Maintenance Worker (W/ Relocation Assistance)

• Exciting Entry-Level Opportunity with Etheridge Shire Council!
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package, reflective of your invaluable contribution to our community's infrastructure!
• Benefit from an inclusive work environment offering comprehensive training and development opportunities!
• Relocation assistance & subsidised accommodation (when available) to make the Etheridge Shire region your new home!

The Etheridge Shire Council, renowned for its commitment to community and environmental sustainability, covers an expansive area of 39,039 km2. With a vibrant population poised to double in the coming years due to ongoing development, we are at the forefront of providing essential services to our community. Our mission is to nurture a balanced community supported by strong economic and environmental frameworks, benefitting all residents and fostering growth.

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.etheridge.qld.gov.au/

As aWater/Town Maintenance Worker, you'll be a crucial part of our Engineering department, helping to maintain and improve our water infrastructure, public spaces, and more.

With guidance from our experienced Plumbing & Water Treatment Supervisor, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Monitoring and maintaining water treatment plants to ensure a safe and reliable water supply
• Conducting repairs and maintenance on council facilities, including parks, gardens, and buildings
• Operating a variety of machinery and equipment in the execution of duties
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety policies and procedures
• Assisting in the management of waste collection and disposal operations
• Participating in the council's emergency response team as required

Following successful completion of training, you will be required to be on call one weekend per month.

Etheridge Shire Council is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity, and Merit principles in its hiring practices. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

To qualify, you will ideally have some experience in water operations or a relevant field, and you must hold a current ‘C’ class driver’s license.

While not required, the following will be highly valued:

• Construction Industry White Card
• Certificate of Competency to operate an excavator and forklift
• Certificate III in Water Operations
• HR truck licence

Etheridge Shire Council will provide the necessary training to obtain the certifications mentioned above.

As our ideal candidate, you will possess the following soft skills that will make you succeed in this role:

• A strong commitment to safety and adherence to workplace health and safety standards
• Excellent teamwork and the ability to work as part of a team
• Integrity and the ability to follow through with agreed actions
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate and address potential problems
• The willingness to learn and apply new techniques on the job

This role comes with an attractive salary, starting from $66,621.88, depending on skills and experience, plus 12% super and a host of great benefits including: 

• Relocation assistance
• Subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Five weeks of Annual Leave per year
• Fleet vehicle for work use
• And more!

At Etheridge Shire Council, our values are our guiding principles:

• Safety: we focus on creating a safe workplace to ensure the wellbeing of our staff and the community;
• Teamwork: we work together as one Council towards shared goals and for the greater good of the community;
• Respect: we will be inclusive, treat people with courtesy and fairness, and ensure each individual is valued and heard;
• Integrity: we will behave in an honest, open, and transparent way. We will take responsibility for our actions and strive for excellence;
• Value: we aim to deliver services efficiently, effectively and in an environmentally and financially sustainable manner; and
• Engagement: we engage with our staff and community to inform our decision-making and create awareness of our activities.

Ready to contribute to the wellbeing and growth of the Etheridge Shire community? Apply now!