About the role

Bathurst Regional Council currently has an opportunity for someone to join the Work's section as a Backhoe Operator. In this role you will be required to operate Council's Backhoe and undertake duties associated with road construction and maintenance activities. 

To be successful in this role you must hold a current NSW Class C Driver's Licence, as a minimum, have experience operating backhoes, and knowledge and experience in basic mechanical and maintenance principles of plant.  Experience working in the road maintenance and construction industry are also key requirements.

Key Requirements

• A current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence, as a minimum
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Demonstrated extensive experience in the operation of a backhoe
• Knowledge and experience in the operation of a backhoe in the following areas:
  • Excavation near services
  • Laying water, sewer and stormwater mains or similar
• Experience in operating small plant used in the construction industry
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team member
• Knowledge and experience of road construction and maintenance principles
• Knowledge and experience in basic mechanical & maintenance principles of plant
• Adequate numeracy and literacy skills to fulfil the requirements of the position

What we can offer

• Work/Life Balance 
• Rostered day off every fortnight 
• Generous leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym membership 
• Employee education assistance 
• Access to training and professional development opportunities 
• Access to confidential employee assistance program  

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,044.00 to $1,096.90 per week + industry allowance of $18.92 per week + super 

Position Status: Permanent Full-time 

Hours of work: 38 hours per week with an RDO every fortnight

Application closing date: Sunday, 21 July 2024, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Chris Schumacher - 02 6333 6223

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.