Senior Construction Plant Operator - Grader - Internal Advertisement

Job No: COWRA288
Location: Cowra, NSW

 Internal Advertisement

Salary:                                   $1,155.40pw to $1,300.41pw plus 11.5% Superannuation

Position Status:                   Full Time

Hours of Work:                     7am to 4pm (during summer 6:30am to 3:30pm), 38hr week with an RDO each fortnight 

Closing Date:                        5.00pm Monday 16 September 2024

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Construction Plant Operator - Grader for our team within the Roads Construction section. Applicants will be experienced in the operation of a grader along with various other plant items (as required) in a safe, competent, efficient and effective manner. 

The successful applicant will hold a white card and current minimum HC licence along with the ability to ensure final trim pavement layer surface levels meet the tolerance specification requirements of TfNSW road works specifications.  Carry out road works using a grader including forming table drains, mitre drains, boxing out pavements and other associated road construction or road maintenance activities and ensure that sub grade and base materials are properly compacted to achieve necessary compaction standards. 

Please click on the link for a full copy of the Position Description

Position Details

  • $1,155.40pw to $1300.41pw
  • 11.5% Superannuation
  • Permanent Full Time - 7am to 4pm (during summer 6:30am to 3:30pm), 38 Hour week with RDO every fortnight..

For further information please contact; Supervisor - Roads Construction, Rob Davis on 0439 403 527.

How to Apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer questions relating to the selection criteria on the online application below, your answers will be accessed and rated, so please ensure you take time in providing your answers and give examples of demonstrated experience when requested as well as supplying details of Certificates, Licences and Tickets.  

You will also be asked to attach your current resume which should include two referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. A cover letter is not mandatory, but may be added if so desired.

Cowra Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise at time of application. 

Applications Close: 5.00pm, Monday 16 September 2024

(Late applications will not be accepted)

Pre-employment Screening

In the event you are shortlisted for an interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you must be prepared to undergo the following pre-employment screening processes as part of the selection process:

  • A pre-employment physical examination, including hearing, drug & alcohol assessments.
  • Please include two referees in your resume for reference checking purposes - please ensure your referee details are current.
  • Provide the applicable Working with Children Check number if the role applied for requires a Working with Children Check.
  • Council may also check authenticity of certificates and qualifications.

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As part of the recruitment process, Cowra Shire Council will be collecting information about you. This information is private information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act. This information will be included in the recruitment file and only accessed by members of the Recruitment Selection Panel. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Council aims to ensure fair, equitable and non-discriminatory consideration for all applicants, regardless of sex, ethnic or racial origin, or physical disability.

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