Water Industry Plant Operator/Labourer
Wide Bay Water and Waste Services / Network Operations
Permanent Full Time
LGE Level 5 - $63,517 pa cash component + superannuation + annualised allowance: W418 - $2,503
Hervey Bay
At Fraser Coast Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
Are you safety focused with a positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team?
We are looking for someone who has the ability to provide operational and maintenance support to Council’s water and wastewater assets by providing machinery operation and labouring functions.
Whilst this position is located in Hervey Bay, you will be required to travel to jobs throughout the Fraser Coast region.
Please click here to view a full Position Description.
What you should have to apply:
- White Card
- Current bobcat and excavator licence and/or ability to obtain a VOC
- Current Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus immunisation
- MR Licence
- Outstanding work ethic
- Safety focus
- Be willing and able to follow instructions, including complying with written procedures
What’s nice to have:
- Basic computer skills
- SWNELP
- Traffic Implementation (Level 2)
- High Risk Work Licence
- Provide First Aid/CPR
What our Council can offer you:
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 12% employer super contribution
- Study assistance program
- Reward and recognition
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vaccinations
- Paid Emergency Services leave
Application requirements:
To be considered applicants MUST supply:
- Cover letter explaining suitability for the role
- Resume
Applications close:
11pm Tuesday 23 May 2023.
For further details please contact Matt Peacock, Water Network Coordinator on 0448 889 852 during business hours only.
Some information about our Council:
Council provides a safe, secure and supportive environment where employees are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.
TRAITS is an acronym for the values we consider to be integral to the way we go about our work and serve our community. These values are Trust, Respect, Accountability, Initiative, Teamwork and Service.
Council recognises that it is important for employees to be satisfied in their roles, to balance work and life demands and to deliver quality services to the community.
Some information about our Region:
If you’re tired of the City lifestyle and need a better work/life balance then the Fraser Coast is waiting for you!
Located 250kms north of Brisbane the Fraser Coast is a mix of stunning landscapes, islands, cities and towns.
From Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island to the heritage streetscapes of Maryborough; from the rich farmlands of Tiaro, to the sheltered waters of Hervey Bay.
Before starting your application:
Please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format. PDF format is preferred.
Please note that:
Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including proof of vaccination where relevant, criminal history checks, Licence checks, psychometric testing, functional capacity testing and competency based testing.
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.
