About the role

Bathurst Regional Council is currently seeking a Grader Operator to operate Council’s grader as and when required and undertake duties associated with road construction and maintenance activities.

To be successful in this role you will hold a current NSW Class C Driver Licence, as a minimum have experience operating a grader 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
• Extensive experience operating a Grader
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• 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
• Experience in operating small plant used in the construction industry
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position 
• 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: $1,116.30 to $1,172.78 per week + industry allowance of $18.28 per week + super 

Position Status: Permanent Full-time 

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

Application closing date: Sunday, 19 May 2024, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Rural Works Manager - 02 6333 6506

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.