Specialist Operator (Roads) - Gloucester

The role & you

Our Operations North department is seeking an experienced Grader Operator to join our team at the Gloucester Depot. In this role, you will primarily operate graders but may also work with other machinery, including rollers, loaders, excavators, backhoes, tractors, trucks, and water carts. The successful candidate will be a reliable and team-focused individual who prioritizes safety and is dedicated to delivering high-quality outcomes for our community. If you have a passion for making a difference and the necessary experience, we encourage you to apply, even if you have experience with other plant machinery.

Please note that to be a successful candidate for this role you’ll be required to complete a pre-employment medical check (this will include a drug and alcohol test, sight and hearing, functional and medical component)

Why work with us?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Salary: Commencing salary package range circa $60,950 to $73,000 p.a. plus superannuation (negotiable based on skills and experience).

Location: Upon commencement your normal place of work will be the MidCoast Council Gloucester Depot located on Oak Street, Gloucester. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region. 

Tenure: Permanent, Full Time 38 hours per week. 9-day working fortnight. 

Closing date: Sunday 27 October 2024 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Ruth Hallett - Works Engineer who is the hiring manager for this role. Ruth can be reached on (02) 7955 7269.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Jess Anniwell - Talent Acquisition Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Jess can be reached on (02) 7955 7934 or at jess.anniwell@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
• Please avoid using AI to generate responses to answer the questions in your application.
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. We recommend using Pdf formatting where possible.
• Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
• We will be in touch via email.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. To find out more about our beautiful region click here.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important asset and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.