Sign up to receive fortnightly updates on Council news, updates, events, projects and other up-to-date information.Applications closing on 23 September ****, 12:00 PMPlant Operator Labourers – Nhill and JeparitPermanent Full Time, 9-day fortnightSalary commencing at $69,718 per annum (plus superannuation)About Hindmarsh Shire CouncilHindmarsh Shire is nestled amongst National Parks, lakes, and rivers.
Our proud agricultural sector is the backbone of our economy, with small business and other entrepreneurial industries on the rise.
Hindmarsh Shire Council services an area of over ****km 2 and has hybrid Customer Services centres and Libraries in Dimboola, Jeparit and Rainbow and standalone services in Nhill.Recruitment Focus StatementHindmarsh Shire Council is committed to getting the right people in the right jobs – people who contribute to a positive workplace culture by working collaboratively with their teammates and the wider organisation, innovative, solution focussed thinking, and rock-solid work ethic.About the RoleCouncil has opportunities available in the East and West Teams (either in Nhill or Jeparit) following the retirements of two long term staff members and an internal promotion.
As a member of Council's Infrastructure Services team, the Plant Operator / Labourer has a varied role to support a number of functions in Council.
The success of our service is largely related to work flexibility which means that you will be required to carry out a variety of duties, as determined and directed by your Team Leader.
Duties may include, but not limited to:Tar truck operationTruck drivingTree trimmingRollingGradingConcreting footpaths and installing culvertsAs a Plant Operator Labourer,



you will be expected to undertake manual tasks such as labouring on civil projects as well as some machinery operation.About YouWhile experience in a similar role is highly regarded, we believe the right attitude and willingness to learn are just as key.
You'll take pride in working safely, supporting your team, and delivering quality outcomes for our community.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Selection CriteriaCurrent Victorian Driver Licence with Heavy Rigid endorsementConstruction Induction (White Card) trainingExperience in working with heavy mechanical plant.
GPS Grader operation highly regarded.Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety procedures.Experience in basic routine plant maintenance and operation of plant and equipment.Experience in working as part of a team.Physically able to carry out the position.Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical, Working with Children Check and police check.Why work with Hindmarsh Shire Council?
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Flu Vaccinations, Health and Skin ChecksOur flexible work benefits may include:Working from home or hybrid working arrangementsRostered Day OffOur leave benefits include:Sick and Carer's LeaveLong Service Leave after 7 yearsPurchase of Additional Annual LeaveDomestic and Family Violence LeaveTraining Courses and Professional Development opportunitiesApplications close Wednesday 23 September **** at 12:00noon.For enquiries on these positions, please contact Daniel Griffiths, Manager Works and Operations, on .
Hindmarsh Shire Council is committed to increasing diversity across the organisation.
We encourage anyone to apply for our vacancies regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status.You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
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