Construction & Maintenance Operator (Port Broughton)

About Barunga West Council… Barunga West Council is a vibrant, thriving, safe and welcoming coastal and agricultural community with an unspoilt natural setting and relaxed country lifestyle. Council is committed to delivering responsive, professional and accessible services that support the needs of their community. Council prides itself on maintaining high standards of governance, safety and service delivery while providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for its employees. About the role… As part of Council's Works team, the Construction & Maintenance Operator plays an important role in delivering maintenance and construction works across Council infrastructure, public facilities and community assets. Reporting to the Works Coordinator, you will undertake a broad range of civil construction and maintenance activities including road maintenance, concreting, drainage works, truck driving and plant operation. This is a varied and hands on position suited to someone who enjoys outdoor work, takes pride in delivering quality infrastructure outcomes and is willing to contribute across Council operations where needed. What you will do…
- Assist with road construction and maintenance activities
- Undertake drain laying, bitumen surfacing and patching works
- Assist with concreting and general civil labouring duties
- Operate trucks and plant including loaders, graders, rollers, backhoes and other equipment
- Conduct routine plant inspections and minor maintenance where appropriate
- Assist with setting out works and field data collection
- Maintain accurate work records and participate in team and WHS activities
- Support broader Council works and maintenance activities as required What they are looking for…
- Experience in civil construction, road maintenance or similar environments
- Ability to safely operate plant and heavy vehicles
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and teamwork
- Practical, reliable and hands on approach to work
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow procedures
- Sound communication and basic numeracy skills
- Strong time management and organisational skills
- Willingness to support broader Council operations and undertake varied duties Desirable requirements…
- Current South Australian HR or HC Driver's Licence (essential)
- Experience operating construction plant and equipment
- Relevant experience in road construction and maintenance
- Certificate III Civil Construction or equivalent
- WZTM
- Work Zone Traffic Management
- Previous Local Government experience
- Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance
- Ability to undertake a pre-employment medical and drug screening More information… Join Barunga West Council and play a hands on role in maintaining and improving the infrastructure and community assets that support local residents and visitors. Enjoy a varied outdoor position within a supportive local government environment where your work makes a visible difference. To apply, please visit mcarthur.com.au and search reference J9465 or click APPLY NOW. Confidential enquiries can be directed to Rebecca Hunt or Kate Brew at McArthur on (08) •••• •000. We are actively shortlisting candidates and encourage early applications. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qb6ri