Team Member - Infrastructure Operations

About the Role

Join Fraser Coast Regional Council’s Works Operations team as a dedicated and safety-conscious Team Member, based in Maryborough. This permanent full-time position involves hands-on participation in concrete construction and maintenance projects, crucial for servicing community infrastructure like roads, drainage, kerbs, footpaths, and culverts.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute construction and repair works on roads, drainage systems, and concrete infrastructure
• Carry out concrete form setting and finishing tasks for kerbs, channels, footpaths, and culverts
• Operate and maintain various Council machinery, tools, and equipment safely
• Perform pre-start inspections and routine maintenance on plant and equipment
• Implement traffic management controls ensuring safety in public working environments
• Document completed tasks, timesheets, and service requests via Council’s digital systems

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a General Construction Induction (White Card)
• Valid Medium Rigid (MR) Licence accredited in Queensland
• Proven practical experience in concrete construction, including form setting and finishing methods
• Background in kerb, channel, footpath, and culvert construction
• Experience with road and drainage maintenance and construction
• Ability to safely operate and maintain equipment and tools
• Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) standards and safe working methodologies
• Capability to collaborate in team settings and deliver excellent customer service
• Basic computer literacy to log work activities and service requests

Desirable Additional Certifications

• Safe Working Near Exposed Live Parts (SWNELP)
• Chainsaw Level 1 Competency
• Traffic Management Implementation (Level 2)

Benefits and Culture

The Fraser Coast Regional Council is committed to fostering an inclusive, values-driven workplace that recognizes individual talents and promotes professional development. Benefits include:

• A culture grounded in strong values
• Employee discounts on shopping
• Opportunities for professional growth and study support
• Flexible working arrangements including potential for work from home
• Novated leasing schemes
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program access
• Paid parental leave and emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidies and recognition of years of service

Additional Information

The position offers a Stream B Level 3 classification with a starting salary of $71,780 plus superannuation. An additional annualised allowance of $2,701 and a 9-day fortnight work arrangement are also included.

Applications must include a cover letter detailing suitability and an up-to-date resume, submitted by 11pm Tuesday 8 September 2020 (dates may be subject to change).

Fraser Coast Regional Council values equal employment opportunities and encourages applicants who bring the right approach and enthusiasm, even if they do not meet all selection criteria.