Job Description
In this role you will:
Complete the day-to-day irrigation maintenance activities and works associated with the maintenance of council public irrigation infrastructure.
Provide technical support relating to a broad range of irrigation assets across the TCC local government area.
Identification and resolution of basic irrigation/plumbing problems across the network.
Carry out irrigation maintenance activities that encompasses auditing and checking for faults, repair of damaged and faulty components, replacing and upgrading of components, completing preventative maintenance activities as required, install or maintain irrigation systems within lawns and garden beds as directed and other activities as directed by a Team or Crew Leader
About the Employer
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.
We're committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work-life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.
About the Candidate
Our ideal candidate will have:
Demonstrated ability to identify and repair & trouble shoot irrigation systems, including solenoid valves, a variety of sprinkler & drip irrigation, program standalone controllers and identify and repair leaks in non-potable main/ lateral irrigation lines
Demonstrated sound knowledge of irrigation activities including procedures for system shut down and commissioning and identification and selection of irrigation components needed to complete assigned tasks
Sound knowledge of operational procedures applicable to irrigation maintenance, particularly related to the provision of services in municipal parks and open spaces
Current manual "C" class driver's licence (essential)
Construction Industry White Card ****** QLD)
Understanding of IRRInet irrigation controller systems (desirable)
Certificate III in Irrigation (desirable)
First Aid Certificate (desriable)
Work Setting
We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
14 weeks paid Parental Leave
Domestic and Family Violence Leave
Natural Disaster Leave
Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable)
Annual wage progression
Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
Salary Sacrifice opportunities
Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
Employee Assistance Program
The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
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