AddressINFORMATION FOR APPLICANTSGreater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.
Works Officer 03
Salary: $64,630.28 per annum (plus Industry Allowance)Closing: Friday 7 June 2024Full time - Permanent
Greater Shepparton City Council is looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join its Civil Infrastructure Maintenance department. This is a fantastic opportunity to come on board as a Works Officer 03 and join our experienced team as a permanent employee. In return, as an employee you will be entitled to a nine day fortnight, access to staff health and wellbeing programs and extensive professional development.
Council is looking for someone with a positive attitude and is a team player who will take pride in doing the best job they can for the citizens of Greater Shepparton. All Council outdoor staff can perform roles within other work teams from time to time, providing opportunity to gain experience in other areas of work.
This role is within the sealed roads team who predominately work on the sealed road network and requires the following experience and skills in:
· Asphalting
· Pothole Patching
· Crack Sealing
In addition to the above experience and skills, candidates with but not limited to, one or more of the following will be considered favourably:
· Traffic control
· Construction Induction (White Card)
· Truck licence
This position may work with, or around, Crystalline Silica. It is a requirement of the role to read and understand information relating to Silica:
What is Crystalline Silica?
Crystalline silica is the crystalline form of silicon dioxide, or silica, a naturally occurring mineral that forms a major component of most rocks.
The most common type of crystalline silica is quartz, which is found in sand, stone and granite.
What are the Health Risks?
Respirable crystalline silica can be harmful when it becomes airborne and is inhaled. Exposure to high concentrations over a short period of time, or low to medium concentrations over a long period of time can lead to serious diseases, including:
- Silicosis
- Lung cancer
- Kidney disease
- Autoimmune disease
To mitigate the risk, GSCC will provide to all employees:
- Health monitoring to be conducted on entry and exit of employment
- Correct PPE supplied to all employees
- Training, Education and Information
Previous applicants need not apply.
For further information about this position, please contact Dean Bailey, Group Coordinator Sealed Roads on (03) 5832 9***.
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.
For procedures on how to apply go to https://greatershepparton.com.au/council/employment/how-to-apply
All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.
