Maintenance Rural Crew Expression of Interest

Job No: CHR845
Location: Regional

Work Type: Full Time

Department: Infrastructure and Utilities

Remuneration:  Award Stream B, Level 3: $31.35 - $34.02 (dependent on role) per hour plus superannuation, penalties & allowances

Are you looking for work life balance whilst utilising your civil works experience? Maybe you are looking for an opportunity to start your career in the civil industry with the potential to upskill?

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking labourers & operators for the Maintenance Rural Crews across the region. We are open to discussing flexible options for work with these roles, this could include roster options, working 6-8 months of the year and having the rest of the year off or working a 9 day fortnight. Discuss with recruitment what your preferences are!

Roles include:

  • Labourers 
  • Roller 
  • Water Truck 

As a member of council’s Infrastructure and Utilities team, these positions are responsible for performing a range of labouring duties and small plant operation tasks, to assist in the completion and maintenance of road and town facilities. You will have the opportunity experience the rural and remote parts of the Central Highlands and stay in a camp environment.

Working in the Infrastructure team there are opportunities to enhance your career with the potential to upskill qualifications, licences and plant tickets.
You will also have additional earning potential when overtime work is available.

If you are a labourer or operator and are looking for an opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects located in the Central Highlands Region then we want to hear from you!

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:

  • Willingness to work on rural job sites which will involve staying in a camp environment when required
  • A positive and flexible approach towards a range of operating and labouring tasks
  • Construction White Card
  • Current Queensland Class C Licence (minimum)
  • Statement of Attainment or Ticket for relevant plant and machinery

Working for Central Highlands Region has its benefits. 

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.  

Benefits Include:  

  • A generous superannuation scheme 
  • 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading  
  • Corporate uniform allocation  
  • Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options  
  • Wages paid fortnightly  
  • Employee Assistance Program  
  • Opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.  

To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:  

  1. A cover letter addressing the mandatory requirements of the position  
  2. Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position

Pre-employment Checks 

To be appointed to a position within the Central Highlands Regional Council, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. 

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include: 

  • Right to Work in Australia 
  • Medical and functional assessment including drug and alcohol testing
  • Reference Checks 

For a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team on 1300 242 686 or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.

Please note applicants may be contacted & progressed prior to the closing date.

Applications close: 8am, Friday 29th November 2024

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Working for Central Highlands Region has its benefits.

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.