General Hand - Trainees x 2

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for two General Hand Trainees to join our Works Section, one in our Construction team and one in our horticulture team! Duties include, but not limited to: manual handling, general labouring, and traffic control. The term of these traineeships is expected to be 24 months. 

To view a detailed list of responsibilities, please review the Position Description - General Hand - Trainee.

About You 

Our ideal applicants will have a proven commitment to work as part of a team, with an eagerness to learn, will be reliable, punctual and able to follow directions. You will be physically fit to undertake the inherent requirements of the job.

What We Offer You 

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career with a thriving Council!

With a diverse range of services offered by Council, you won’t be bored day to day - you’ll enjoy variety and an interesting scope of work.

You’ll be welcomed into a supportive and social environment where every team member is committed to pitching in and helping each other in order for everyone to succeed.

Salary is dependent on age as per Local Government (State) Award 2023 Traineeship wage rates. 

You will also have access to a range of benefits and great conditions including:

• A 9-day fortnight
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 11% Superannuation
• Annual legislated Award Increases
• Long service leave after 5 years' continuous service (with the ability to transfer sick and long service leave entitlements to other NSW Councils!)
• Employee Recognition Program
• Personal Protective Equipment Supplied
• Funded study for traineeship

In addition to the above, Council offers ongoing opportunities for career progression and internal advancement, including annual performance reviews providing for salary progression. Council also offers comprehensive induction, onboarding and training, with additional opportunities to attend relevant training to your position.

About Uralla Shire Council

Uralla Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.

 How to Apply:

1. Please read up on our recruitment process by clicking Here
2. Please complete your application below.
3. On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume and any supporting documentation.
4. Please note that once you start to complete your online application you can save it and return to it later, however we recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you're ready.
5. Once you have submitted your application, you should receive email acknowledgement that it has been received. If you do not receive this acknowledgement please check your junk or spam boxes and contact hr@uralla.nsw.gov.au.
6. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email.

 Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.