Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) is a 100% Aboriginal-managed and operated, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating meaningful employment and career opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We work closely with employers to provide employment pathways, ongoing mentoring and workforce support.
About the Role
You will be responsible for undertaking routine road maintenance activities, working independently or as part of a team under the direction of a Team Leader.
Key duties include:
- Road pavement repairs and pothole maintenance.
- Guardrail, road sign and guidepost maintenance.
- Traffic control and roadside maintenance.
- Rubbish collection and general labouring duties.
- Responding to maintenance call-outs.
- Operating hand tools, power tools and machinery safely.
Hours of Work
- 76 hours per fortnight.
- 9-day fortnight.
- Approximately 8.5 hours per day.
Essential Requirements
- Current White Card.
- Working on Foot (WOF) qualification.
- MR Driver's Licence or higher.
- Traffic Control accreditation (or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to undertake physically demanding work.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
Roadworks or civil construction experience is preferred but not essential.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Two satisfactory employment references.
- Drug and alcohol screening.
- National Police Check.
Apply Now!
If you're reliable, hardworking and looking for an opportunity in road maintenance, we'd love to hear from you!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Pay: From $45.45 per hour
Expected hours: 38.0 per week
Advantages:
- Employee mentoring program
Licence/Certification:
- MR Licence (Required)
- White card (Required)
- Workers On Foot (Required)
- Traffic Control Licence (Preferred)