Labourer - Saleyards, Facilities and Town Services

Based in Corowa, but will work across the Federation Council area

• Part Time - 25.5 hours per week.
• Exciting opportunity to work in Local Government
• Work-life balance opportunity.

The opportunity

Applicants are invited to apply for the position of Labourer to work across the Saleyards, Facilities and Town Services Team’s. This position will undertake cleaning and maintenance labouring at a range of Federation Council’s facilities.

In this role you will responsible for:

• Delivering cleaning and maintenance services of Council facilities.
• Cleaning, washdown and maintenance of Corowa Saleyards.
• Cleaning of council facilities, buildings, public toilets, bus shelters and BBQs to standards and levels required.
• Undertaking building maintenance and repairs as required.
• Cleaning footpaths, streets, and drains as required.
• Servicing and cleaning of public and street litter bin and rubbish as required.

Criteria

Council’s preferred candidate will ultimately possess the following criteria:

1. Previous relevant cleaning and/or building maintenance experience.
2. Hold a current and valid class "C" driver's licence.
3. Ability to use minor plant and equipment such as leaf blowers, pressure washers etc.
4. Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised and meet schedules and deadlines.
5. Flexibility to regularly work outside ordinary hours.
6. The ability to operate cleaning tools and equipment in a safe manner.
7. Ability to follow verbal instructions and written procedures.

What we offer

Federation Council values our employees and the contribution they make to ensure the success and growth of our organisation. When you work for us, you can expect a challenging and rewarding work environment combined with excellent conditions and benefits including:

• An opportunity for you to grow and develop your skills.
• The opportunity to explore a diversity of career paths.
• Be part of a team contributing to your local community.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Salary packaging through Maxxia.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace with a real focus on work/life balance.
• Long service leave entitlements after 5 years’ service

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment.  The salary commences at $28.76 per hour plus allowances with progression up to $31.74 per hour dependent upon skills and experience.

How to find out more

To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Human Resources team on 02 6033 8999.