Truck Driver Labourer - Pavement Sealing Truck

About the Opportunity

Are you seeking a dynamic role where no two days are the same? Do you thrive in a team environment where you can contribute your skills to the maintenance and construction of essential infrastructure? If so, join our team and take the wheel of a specialised pavement sealing truck! 

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Truck Driver Labourer to operate Councils Pavement Sealing Truck. In this exciting position, you'll drive allocated plant and carry out essential maintenance for roads and paved areas, while also providing valuable support with general labouring duties. 

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration

$59,644 - $69,061 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

• Full-time 38 hour week
• Monthly rostered day off
• 12% superannuation 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have demonstrated experience in operating emulsion patching and sealing equipment, a strong understanding of road and drainage construction and maintenance techniques, and the ability to perform labouring tasks on civil works projects.

What's Next?

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume. Our team will review your application, and if your experience matches our requirements, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps in the recruitment process. 

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 30 January 2025 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Harley Vickery, Acting North Area Maintenance Coordinator on (02) 49934304 

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.