2 x Network Operator (Chinchilla / Miles OR Wandoan)
Reference Number: 1487 & 1488
Closing Date: 28-11-2024
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Miles Depot
About the Opportunity
Council is seeking Network Operators to join their Utilities team to undertake construction and maintenance activities on Councils water and sewer infrastructure through the skilled operation of trucks and machinery, along with general labouring duties as required.
These positions can be based at either Chinchilla, Miles or Wandoan.
Reporting to the Utilities Network Supervisor West, you will be:
Operating various types of trucks, plant and machinery, primarily Medium Rigid trucks;
Operating various types of mechanical or electrical hand tools and equipment in construction and maintenance works;
Participating in standby roster for afterhours work; and
Undertaking routine maintenance of assigned equipment.
About yourself
The successful applicant will have:
Knowledge and experience in various aspects of Civil Construction and maintenance works OR be able to demonstrate equivalent related experience;
Current MR Class or higher Licence;
WHS Construction White Card; and
Ability and willingness to obtain other competencies as required relevant to the position eg: Confined space entry, MUTCD level 2, Working at heights, Trench shoring.
The benefits working for WDRC:
Work / life balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and wellness programs designed to keep you at your best.
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 will be provided to the preferred candidate if relocating to the Western Downs Region.
Additional Allowances: This position will also receive additional allowances including:
On Call Allowance - applicable on call allowances as per Award
Locality Allowance - Dependent on location and dependants
Tool Allowance - $32.63 per week
Utilities Operations Retention Payment - $1,500.00 (conditions apply)
Superannuation: Council will contribute twelve (12) per cent, including the superannuation guarantee contribution.
Growth Opportunities: We invest in your growth through skill development, mentorship, or career advancement.
Access to Corporate Health Plan: Join one of our Corporate Health Plans to improve life.
Health & Wellbeing program: Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas.
Access to free Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling available for any concerns.
Salary Packaging Available: Restructure your salary to pay for everyday living expenses.
Leave Loading: You will receive 17.5% leave loading on top of your base rate of pay, while you are on Annual Leave.
Uniforms and PPE: Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
Job security: Feel secure working for an organisation who believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability and leadership.
If you are looking to join an innovative and dynamic company that provides staff with a work life balance and opportunities for growth, this may be the role for you. Be part of the community you serve. TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.
Additional Information
The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.
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