Team Member Operations
- Full Time, On-going
- Fortnightly RDO
- Band 3 + Industry allowance – $63,508 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation
About Us:
The Strathbogie Shire is a vibrant and progressive rural municipality located about two hours from the Melbourne CBD along the Hume Highway. We have diverse and picturesque communities served by townships such as Euroa, Nagambie, Violet Town, Avenel, Longwood, Ruffy and Strathbogie.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated individual, who takes pride and care in their work to join our Operations team in this integral role.
Tasks that you will be undertaking include but are not limited to, construction, re-construction, maintenance and repairs of roads, bridges, culverts, drainage, footpaths, parks, reserves, gardens and playgrounds.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:
To be successful you will have previous relevant experience or transferable skills that align with municipal and/or civil work environments, hold a Medium Rigid licence, be available for after-hours emergency work, and be committed to the safety of themselves and others. Additional licences and experience operating various plant would also be highly regarded.
Why you will love working at Strathbogie Shire Council:
We have generous leave entitlements including:
- 3 additional days Family Care Leave per year to support caring requirements.
- 3 days paid leave during Christmas closure.
- Long service leave available pro rata after five years and transferable across local government organisations.
- Up to 10 days unpaid leave per year for Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.
- Up to 20 days of paid Family Violence Leave annually.
- Parental leave – 16 weeks of paid leave for primary carer and 2 weeks for secondary carer, with the option to be taken at half pay.
We value your health and wellbeing and offer:
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Income Protection Scheme for all employees.
- Weekly onsite visits for treatment of soft tissue injuries.
- Annual Flu Vaccinations.
- Access to Local Government Employee Health Plan.
We encourage professional development and learning opportunities including:
- Support to study with a repayment plan via payroll deductions.
- Access to study leave.
- On the job training.
And the bonuses:
- Annual pay increases in line with our Enterprise Agreement.
- 17.5% Leave Loading paid out annually as a lump sum “Christmas bonus”.
- Recognition awards for years of service.
For further information about this position, please contact Gavin Williams, Acting Manager – Operations on 5795 0000.
Click here to view the position description.
Please complete an online application form and address the Key Selection Criteria. Applications without the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.
Applications close 5pm, Monday 27 January 2025.
Strathbogie Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe organisation. We value diversity in our workplace and will consider flexible working arrangements.