Leading Hand Sundry

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

• Full Time - 76 hours per fortnight.
• Opportunity to grow and develop your skills
• Balance your life with a 9-day fortnight

The opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Leading Hand Sundry to join our Operations Team based in Urana. This role is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the Council Works Sundry Team and assist the Works Overseer to ensure the team operates in compliance with Council’s corporate goals, objectives and standards in the construction of quality infrastructure services for Federation Council.

Criteria

• Hold a current and valid Heavy Combination (HC) Licence with experience.
• Hold a Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)
• Demonstrated experience in civil construction activities associated with signs, culverts, potholes, roadside furniture and footpaths, and the construction of kerbs and gutters;
• Demonstrated knowledge of WHS practices and ability to actively encourage and promote a safe working environment
• Good verbal communications skills and the capacity to deal with employees and the public effectively
• Demonstrated experience in supervising staff, allocating work and managing plant and materials.

What we offer

• An opportunity for you to grow and develop your skills.
• The opportunity to explore a diversity of career paths.
• Fortnightly rostered days off.
• Be part of a team contributing to your local community.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 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 is commencing at $1,331.60 per week plus standard allowances, with progression up to $1,469.90 per week dependent upon skills and experience.

How to find out more

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