Water Industry Plant Operator/Labourer

Water Industry Plant Operator/Labourer 

Network Operations & Maintenance

Permanent Full Time

LGE Level 5 - $67,921 plus annualised allowance W418 $2,653 pa cash component plus superannuation

Maryborough 

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program - Boss to Coach and create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022 as well as winning the LGMA 2023 excellence in innovation award. We offer career and personal development, flexible working arrangements, novated leasing, employee discount program and many other great benefits. To see more about Council and what you could achieve working with us, please visit us on Linkedin

What we are looking for:

Are you a safety-conscious team player with a positive attitude? 

We're seeking a dedicated individual to support the operational and maintenance needs of Council's water and wastewater assets. This role involves operating machinery and performing hands-on labour to ensure these essential services run smoothly.

Your depot is based in Maryborough but you'll have the chance to travel across the Fraser Coast, tackling diverse challenges and working in various locations.

If your ready for a role that values, safety, teamwork, and variety, CLICK HERE to view the full Position Description. 

What you should have to apply:

• Current machinery/plant licence for bobcat and excavator
• Construction Induction Training (White Card)
• Current Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus immunisations (or willingness to obtain within one month of commencing)
• Current Medium Rigid (MR) Licence (or ability to obtain within 3months of commencing)

What's nice to have:

• Basic computer literacy
• Current machinery/plant licence for a backhoe
• Provide First Aid/CPR
• Traffic Implementation (Level 2)

What our Council can offer you:

• Learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Study assistance program
• Reward and recognition
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistant Program
• Vaccinations
• Paid emergency service leave

Application requirements:

To be considered applicants must supply:

• Cover letter explaining your suitability for the role
• Resume

Applications close:

11pm Sunday 22 September 2024. - Close date is subject to change pending qualified applications received

For further details please contact Matthew Peacock, Water Network Coordinator on 0448 889 852 during business hours only.

Some information about our Council:
Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.
Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.

Some information about our Region:

If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!

Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.

From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.

Before starting your application:

Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format.  PDF format is preferred.

Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including proof of vaccination where relevant, criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.