Specialist Plant Operator - Construction Grader
Careers at Council
Date: 11 hours ago
City: Parkes, New South Wales
Contract type: Full time
Parkes, New South Wales
Full-time
Description
About the Opportunity
Parkes Shire Council is looking for a Specialist Plant Operator - Construction Grader in the Operations team.
Required
In this role you will primarily operate a Grader for the construction and maintenance of Council's road infrastructure. You may be required to undertake a variety of other activities associated with civil construction, including but not limited to:
Further information on the role is contained in the Specialist Plant Operator - Grader Position Description.
About You
The successful applicant requires strong communication and teamwork skills. To be successful in this position you will need:
The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment.
This role is classified as Grade 9 with a salary range of $34.12 to $39.23 per hour, equating to a starting annual salary of approximately $67,412.02 depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits Of Working At Council Include
Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.
About Parkes Shire Council
Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community. As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver. We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community.
We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.
If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.
For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au
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Full-time
Description
About the Opportunity
Parkes Shire Council is looking for a Specialist Plant Operator - Construction Grader in the Operations team.
Required
In this role you will primarily operate a Grader for the construction and maintenance of Council's road infrastructure. You may be required to undertake a variety of other activities associated with civil construction, including but not limited to:
- Supervise site work and lead teams as required
- Operating other mobile plant within the scope of training and capability
- Assist with the setting out of works and site preparation
- Traffic control
Further information on the role is contained in the Specialist Plant Operator - Grader Position Description.
About You
The successful applicant requires strong communication and teamwork skills. To be successful in this position you will need:
- Current and maintained NSW Driver’s Licence
- SafeWork NSW Construction induction (White Card)
- Demonstrated experience in the operation of mobile plant including, but not limited to Grader operation
- Relevant experience in construction grading and supervising a work team
- Certificate III in Civil Construction
- Traffic Control Qualifications: Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control plans
- Competency certification in the operation of a Grader
- Other Plant Operation certificates
- Current First Aid Certificate
The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council's policies and conditions of employment.
This role is classified as Grade 9 with a salary range of $34.12 to $39.23 per hour, equating to a starting annual salary of approximately $67,412.02 depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits Of Working At Council Include
- Adverse Working Conditions Allowance of $19.49 per week
- 38 hour working week and a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
- Four weeks of Annual Leave per year
- Access to Long Service Leave after five years
- Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
- Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives including two (2) Health and Wellness days off per year.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Relaxed regional lifestyle
- Work/Life balance
- And more!
Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.
About Parkes Shire Council
Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community. As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver. We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community.
We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.
If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.
For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that values safety, innovation, and community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!
APPLY NOW
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