General Hand - Civil Maintenance
- Full-Time, Temporary position - Maximum term 3 month contract
- Salary of $37.89 - $39.04 per hour plus 12% superannuation (dependent on skills and experience)
- Work 9-day Fortnight
- One of the fastest growing Local Governments in Australia with great career opportunities
About us
Located just 45 kilometres from the Perth CBD on the picturesque backdrop of the Darling Scarp, The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale is one of the fastest growing Local Governments in Australia. What that means is, we are transforming the way our community works, lives, and plays. It's an exciting time at "The Shire" and if you want to be part of that energy and excitement and looking for career and development opportunities, then we have the opportunity for you.
Why You Want This Role?
We're not just growing; we're transforming the way our community works, lives, and plays. As one of the fastest growing local governments in Australia, we're bubbling with energy and excitement. If you're eager to be part of this exhilarating transformation, then this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
What You'll Be Doing
As a General Hand - Civil Maintenance, you'll support the upkeep and maintenance of public infrastructure, including roads, drainage, and other civil assets. Your day-to-day duties may include:
- Operating plant equipment: loaders, excavators, trucks, bobcats, rollers, and more
- Civil construction and maintenance tasks
- Reading and interpreting construction drawings and utility plans
- Promoting safe working practices and identifying potential site risks
- Working effectively both independently and as part of a team
About you
The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria:
- HR truck licence
- First Aid certification (Provide First Aid).
- Accreditations and experience for operating role specific equipment such as: Skid steer loader, Excavator, Backhoe, Loader, Grader, Water Cart, Roller.
- WORKSAFE WA- High Risk Work tickets: Forklift (LF), HIAB / Vehicle Loading Crane (CV), Dogman (DG)
- Basic Worksite Traffic Management accreditation.
- White Card.
- Experience working in outdoor environments.
- Demonstrated experience within Civil construction, Utility Asset construction / maintenance or similar industries.
- Experience and or understandings of Construction drawings, and Dial before you dig plans.
- Experience and or understandings working within other Utility Assets.
- Experience with hand tools, pumps and power operated equipment.
- Understandings of WHS legislative requirements within the workplace.
- Ability to undertake and follow instructions as directed.
For further information on the requirements of the position, please review the attached position description.
The Perks
Not only will you have the opportunity to swap the city chaos for our fabulous natural environment and quiet rural outlook, here are some other great benefits:
- Free local gym membership.
- If you choose to contribute additional super, we will match up to 3% as a co-contribution.
- Wellness programs including Fitness passport.
- Free counselling, health assessments and health insurance discounts, annual flu vaccination and skin cancer screening.
- Two additional Local Government days off per year.
- The option of Purchased Leave.
- Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
- Professional development opportunities - study leave and study assistance.
- Free Onsite Parking.
What's In It for Us?
At the Shire, we believe in diversity and inclusivity. We're all about hiring exceptional people from diverse backgrounds because it makes our organisation even stronger.
Where to Apply?
Don't wait; seize this exciting opportunity today! Submit your resume online. We are reviewing applications as they come in and the position may close earlier than expected. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We encourage applications from all areas, including Mandurah, Peel and Pinjarra regions.
Note: The Shire will collect personal information from you during the recruitment process, which will only be used or disclosed when required to effectively process your application.
Don't delay apply today!!
