Embrace the opportunity to be part of our collaborative team at the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets (DRLM) , where you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining operational excellence, ensuring animal welfare and regulatory compliance. Enjoy a variety of activities in a large Saleyard environment 38-hour workweek, embracing a 9 day fortnight $55,871 to $64,930 + 11% superannuation THE OPPORTUNITY Join our dedicated team at Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets, where the Maintenance Officer plays a vital role in maintaining the operational integrity of our saleyards while adhering to stringent animal welfare standards and EPA regulations. You'll be an integral part of our team, ensuring the livestock markets run smoothly and efficiently, all while contributing to the nurturing of a supportive and collaborative work environment. This is a temporary role, with a 6 month maximum term contract. DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Undertake general maintenance of the Dubbo Regional Livestock Market, including but not limited to, painting, concreting, carpentry, plumbing, lawn and tree maintenance, cleaning, fencing, and minor building maintenance and repairs Drive, operate and undertake maintenance of plant machinery competently Euthanizing and disposing of crippled/diseased stock Assist with general duties at the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets as required ABOUT YOU You are physically fit and enjoy practical, hands on work in a busy outdoor environment. Additionally, you are experienced in plant maintenance, self motivated, and able to take direction. You are a team player who continually looks for positive ways to contribute to team culture. TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE Physical fitness to carry out the requirements of the role Demonstrated experience and skills in plant operation Ability to work co-operatively in a team Possession of or ability to obtain a firearms licence WHS Construction Induction Card WHAT WE OFFER Attractive annual salary ranging from $55,871 to $64,930 plus 11% superannuation Flexible work options to suit your needs Enjoy a 38-hour workweek with adaptable working hours, embracing a 9 day fortnight with a rostered day off! Thrive within the collaborative and supportive environment of the Council's team, immersed in a welcoming company culture Generous leave provisions to support your work-life balance Prioritise your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport, a comprehensive wellbeing program, the opportunity to engage with colleagues via our social club, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential assistance provided by our employee assistance (EAP) program Experience the benefits of our salary packaging options, allowing you to maximize your earnings and financial flexibility If this role sounds appealing to you, take a moment to explore the Position Description This position requires a pre employment health assessment. Please refer to the attached Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position. Closing Date : 9:00am, Monday 29th April 2024 Enquiries: Manager Commercial Strategy - 02 6801 4559 ABOUT US We are Dubbo Regional Council, a large regional Council servicing a growing community of over 55,000 people. Our team consisting of 600 team members working across a diverse range of areas including planning, infrastructure, community and cultural services, administration, economic development, corporate business and recreational services. Our focus is on delivering high quality services, strengthening our community engagement and strategic management capabilities, building an organisation based on performance and continuous improvement whilst creating a values based organisational culture and developing a professional and engaged team that delivers on our shared values; Progressive, Sustainable, One Team and Integrity. Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. HOW TO APPLY If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click apply now! Please fill out the questions in the application page below. On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and copies of applicable qualifications. Please note that once you start to complete your online application you cannot save it and return to it later. We would recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you're ready. A panel will assess all applications for suitability against the essential criteria for the position. Once completed, an interview, skills assessment or task and reference checks may be undertaken. All candidates will be notified of the outcome via the email address you supply as part of your application. Apply Now
