Omeo Mountain Bike Trail Maintenance Officer
Location:
Omeo
Department:
Recreation Facilities and Services
Compensation:
Salary AUD $66,****** - $70,******
Employment type:
Full-Time - Ongoing
Work Arrangement:
On-site
Omeo Mountain Bike Trails - OMTB
With an accessible elevation of almost 600m from the top of Sam Hill down to the trail head in Livingston Park this network is set to get hearts racing as they descend our professionally built network. OMTB is true ride in ride out destination with a huge variety of trail from green beginner riverside trails to XC adventures for those with the legs. E bikers will have a blast and for those looking to shuttle to maximise your descents then we will have over 10 gravity-focused trails on the hills of Sam Hill and Mt Mesley.
The Opportunity
As a Maintenance Officer working on the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails, you'll take pride in maintaining, grooming, repairing and improving the trail network to ensure the infrastructure is fit for purpose. You'll conduct regular inspections on foot or bike, record safety issues and carry out maintenance by priority level.
You will have a good understanding of cultural and environmental impact, while ensuring the trail corridor is free from hazards such as vegetation, trees and branches etc. You'll also help maintain all plant and equipment including hand tools, outsourcing where required.
This is a
full time
position based in Omeo. You may be required to be part of an on-call roster being available to attend site within ***** minutes.
High level of fitness and experience working in an outdoor environment
Knowledge of mountain bike trail maintenance principles
Robust mechanical aptitude
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A current, valid Victorian Driver's licence.
If successful, you will need to undertake a police check, pre-employment medical check and hold a current and valid employee Working with Children Check.



You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Qualifications and Experience
A current, valid Victorian Driver's licence.
High level of physical fitness and the ability to work in an outdoor environment
Understanding of trail sustainability
Experience as a mountain bike rider
Chainsaw qualification and relevant experience, ideally at felling level
Experience in the construction and maintenance of mountain bike trails
Understanding of tools and machinery, with the ability to diagnose and repair equipment
Motorbike or ATV licence and relevant experience
Excavator operator ticket and experience operating a mini excavator
Construction White Card
First Aid and CPR qualifications
Trim and Cut Felled Trees qualification
Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry qualification
Understanding of weed management and an associated accreditation
Things We're Proud Of
Opportunity to be a part of putting Omeo on the map, maintaining some of the best trails in the country.
Employee Assistance Program + Peer Supporters
Great work-life balance, so close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.
Applications close at *****pm on
5 November
****
Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact
Jamie Mills,
Omeo Mountain Bike Trail Coordinator
on
************
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.
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