Competitive annual salary commencing at $65,013 pa plus allowances plus up to 13% superannuationGreat range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO About the RegionGympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.Team Member Construction (LGE3)Remuneration: Competitive base salary commencing at $65,013, plus applicable allowances and overtime and up to 13% superannuationClosing Date: Sunday 5th May 2024 at 11.00pm AESTNo late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.About the OpportunityThis position supports Council's direction by undertaking a range of labouring, plant operation and truck driving tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for the construction and maintenance of Council's infrastructure assets in accordance with recognised standards.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Operate and maintain light plant and equipment in a competent and efficient manner to deliver council's workPerform labouring tasks in a safe, competent, efficient and timely manner to deliver councils work program to qualityIdentify new ways to improve work practices in accordance with council's continuous improvement For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.About YouThe ideal candidate will have: Demonstrated ability to undertake specialised tasks including operation of plant, vehicles, equipment and tools in a competent and proficient manner.Demonstrated physical agility and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting and bending.Demonstrated ability to maintain harmony within a team and foster good working relationships with all council employees and members of the public. Mandatory Requirements Queensland 'C' Class driver's licence or above that is current and maintained.Construction Industry White/Blue card. Desirable Knowledge/Skills/Licence/Competency (Ticket) Requirements Knowledge of Civil construction and Maintenance activitiesConcrete and formwork experience.Queensland 'MR' class driver's licence or above that is current and maintained. About the BenefitsGRC offers all valued staff considerable opportunities for professional development and education assistance, in addition to extending quality of life benefits such as health, fitness & wellbeing programs and employee assistance to their families. What we offer? Nine day fortnightAccess to employee health and well-being programsFitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rateAccess to professional development and employee education assistanceLong service leave after seven yearsGenerous superannuation scheme 13 per centAccess to salary sacrificingEmployee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families. Our Values AccountabilityCommunicationCustomer Service FocusedIntegrityTeamwork and Collaboration For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment. Our Process Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.Applications close on Sunday 5th May 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Apply Now
