Grader Operator

Job No: BRC548
Location: Bathurst

About the role

Bathurst Regional Council is currently seeking a Grader Operator to operate Council’s grader as and when required and undertake duties associated with road construction and maintenance activities.

To be successful in this role you will hold a current NSW Class C Driver Licence, as a minimum have experience operating a grader and knowledge and experience in basic mechanical and maintenance principles of plant.  Experience working in the road maintenance and construction industry are also key requirements.

Key Requirements

  • A current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence, as a minimum
  • Extensive experience operating a Grader
  • General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
  • Proven ability to work effectively as a team member
  • Knowledge and experience of road construction and maintenance principles
  • Knowledge and experience in basic mechanical and maintenance principles of plant
  • Experience in operating small plant used in the construction industry
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position 
  • Adequate numeracy and literacy skills to fulfil the requirements of the position

What we can offer

  • Work/Life Balance 
  • Rostered day off every fortnight
  • Generous leave entitlements 
  • Corporate gym membership
  • Employee education assistance
  • Access to training and professional development opportunities
  • Access to confidential employee assistance program

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,144.40 to $1,213.83 per week + adverse working conditions allowance level 1 of $18.92 per week + superannuation 

Position Status: Permanent Full-time 

Hours of work: 38 hours per week with an RDO every fortnight

Application closing date: Sunday, 27 October 2024, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Chris Schumacher - 02 6333 6223

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job. 

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About Bathurst Regional Council

Congratulations on taking the first step toward joining one of the Bathurst Region’s largest employers! Bathurst Regional Council employs over 400 staff in a diverse range of careers and provides a large range of services to our community. Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region.

Bathurst really is the best of both worlds – a beautiful country lifestyle just two and a half hours from Sydney. Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement located just over 200 kilometres west of Sydney on the Macquarie River. The region is conveniently located with effective transport links to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and there is no shortage of things to see and do if you want to explore or take a lazy Sunday drive.