We Are East Gippsland Shire East Gippsland Shire Council creates conditions for our communities to thrive.
We provide leadership, governance, services, and infrastructure to meet the needs and aspirations of communities across our shire.
East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia's largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!
The Opportunity In this role, you will safely transport visitors and residents between Raymond Island and Paynesville.
Your will be responsible for: Operating the Ferry in a safe, timely and reliable manner, monitoring vehicles and patrons at all times.
Conducting Pre-start vessel checks and daily maintenance ensuring the Ferry is clean and hazard free Collect applicable fares and check ferry passes.
This is a full-time ongoing role and is based in Paynesville/Raymond Island.
Things You're Proud Of (Key Selection Criteria) Recreational Boat Licence (Current Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal Certificate preferred).
Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011).
Excellent Customer Service Skills.
Experience in Maintaining Equipment related to the operation of the Raymond Island Ferry.
Experience in dealing with conflict and the ability to negotiate good outcomes.
Understanding and ability to implement personnel practices, including Occupational Health and Safety.
If successful, you will need to undertake a police check and pre-employment medical.
You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Things We're Proud Of: Opportunities for professional development including study assistance 14 weeks paid parental leave Employee Assistance Program and Social Club Great work-life balance, so close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.
How To Apply If this sounds like the job for you, apply now and attach: A?cover letter?stating why you are interested in the position and what you will bring to East Gippsland Shire Council A current resume which includes your personal details, education, qualifications, work experience and the contact details of two (2) work-related referees.
A statement providing detailed responses to each of the key selection criteriaas stated in the position description.
Applications close at 11.59pm on 20 October 2024.
Questions?
For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Douglas Sward, Aerodromes and Ferry Supervisor on (03) 5153 9500.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all.
This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.
