• Council is looking for keen, energetic, reliable, safety focused self-starters!
  • Commence a rewarding career in Local Government 
  • Class HR or HC Truck Driver Licence holders are encouraged to apply

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire is one of NSW's most dynamic local government areas. For over four decades it has been at the heart of the State's energy industry, and we are now on the transition to being a renewable energy hub. We have the two largest thoroughbred horse studs in the southern hemisphere, a healthy viticulture industry, and a large part of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park within the Shire. We are also central to Newcastle, Tamworth and Dubbo.

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a vibrant workplace with a commitment to excellence in all facets of its operations, and we are committed to employee welfare and development. 

About the position

The Works Operator position includes a broad range of jobs delivered across Council’s community infrastructure including utilities, roads, and parks providing maintenance and improvement works. Works operators provide skilled and professional laboring, truck driving, plant operating, and other duties involved in the construction and maintenance of Council’s roads, drainage, bridges, parks, reserves, water and sewer networks.

About you

  • Previous demonstrated experience in teamwork, general labouring tasks and use of plant and machinery (trucks, rollers, graders, mowers or whipper snippers, etc.)
  • Safework NSW General Construction Induction card (or willingness to obtain)
  • Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control Plans, formally yellow / blue traffic card (desirable)
  • Class C driver licence;
  • MR, HR or HC truck driver licence (desirable or willingness to obtain)
  • Certificate of Competency in Front end loader; Skid steer loader; Excavator; and motor grader (desirable or willingness to obtain)
  • For Job Specific Key Accountabilities and Key Capabilities please see the attached Position Description.

We offer

  • Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week, with a gross weekly salary from $1122.48 to $1261.12 based on demonstrated competencies, qualifications, skills and experience. Plus 11.5% superannuation and access to a 9-day fortnight system.
  • Casual with an hourly rate from $36.9240 to $41.4845 (inclusive of casual loading, plus superannuation) based on demonstrated competencies, qualifications, skills and experience. 
  • Staff development opportunities via Training and Professional Development Courses.
  • 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply).
  • Access to Council’s Health and Wellbeing Program.
  • Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family.

Further information and to apply

For more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council’s Careers website or contact the hiring manager Peter Ball, Manager Works on 0439 600 302. For more information regarding the application process please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700. 

If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact Human Resources.

To apply: 

  1. Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Unfortunately, an unfinished application can’t be retrieved to finish at a later date. Please keep your responses concise.
  2. Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated.
  3. Click ‘Apply’.
  4. You will receive an email confirming your application has been submitted.
  5. All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application.
  6. Applications close on 23 October 2024. 

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Muswellbrook connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at The Welcome Experience : Muswellbrook Shire Council (nsw.gov.au) 

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Salary

Competitive

Monthly based

Location

Muswellbrook Shire Council,New South Wales,Australia

Job Overview
Job Posted:
3 weeks ago
Job Type
Full Time
Total Vacancies
1

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