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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsSouth Burnett Regional Council is one of the largest employers within the region, with offices and depots located in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai, Murgon, Proston and Blackbutt.Council recognises our key role we play within the community and the services we provide to our ratepayers & public members. We understand our duty to provide excellent customer service at the forefront of all our processes and services, to all stakeholders.Council is comprised of three (3) Departments: Executive Services, Finance & Liveability, and Infrastructure. These Departments consist of multiple branches to ensure we provide efficient services and accurate information to our community. We believe our staff are our greatest asset in achieving objectives. With approximately 330 employees, Council takes a proactive approach towards recruitment and retention of high-calibre employees.Further our commitment to our staff we pride ourselves on developing our staff members through our learning and development policy and procedure. Annual Employee Development Reviews are undertaken to ensure our staff are continuously developing.Council is committed to providing a workplace that is safe and without risk to the health and safety of all employees, contractors, volunteers, work-experience students, visitors, and members of the public. We have adopted a Zero Harm Strategy to promote safety within the organisation. We recognise the importance of developing and maintaining healthy and safe working conditions in all workplaces and the importance of keeping the work health and safety practices in these workplaces under constant review.South Burnet Regional Council are committed to establishing a harmonious and sustainable workforce. This is achieved by adhering to equitable recruitment practices and equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.About the RegionThe South Burnett Region is ideally situated just 2 - 3 hours'' drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. The region is home to the stunning Bunya Mountains, where you can enjoy spectacular rainforest walks, nights by the fire in hidden chalets and the best scenic views Queensland has to offer. The South Burnett region is renowned for its great wine, gourmet foods and recreational facilities such as Lake Boondooma and Yallakool tourist parks.About the RoleBased in WondaiPermanent Full Time$61K- $64K per annum + Allowances + SuperCouncil is seeking an effective team member of a road maintenance or construction team in the use of safe, effective and efficient operation of plant to meet the section''s outcomes. The role will provide high quality specialist operation of Councils truck fleet and other plant and equipment during road construction and maintenance operations including operating the sign truck whilst performing general labouring and other activities as required. The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in labouring and the effective operation of mobile plant within a construction/maintenance environment together with knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques.Additional FactorsParticipation in after hours and weekend work is a requirement of this position.Level of fitness required to undertake a broad range of physical tasks.Mandatory QualificationsTruck (MR) drivers licenceGeneral Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card)Desirable QualificationsHC truck licenceTraffic Control Ticket (Level 1)Certificate III in Civil ConstructionBenefits and PerksWork/Life balance (9 Day Fortnight Roster)Up to 12% employer superannuation contributionAccess to Salary Packaging BenefitsAccess to Corporate membershipsAccess to Health and Wellbeing programsSkills and Experience**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**Demonstrated experience in labouring and the effective operation of mobile plant within construction / maintenance environment together with knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques.Demonstrated ability to achieve quarry, construction, and maintenance standards.Demonstrated ability to maintain and service heavy plant and equipment (including pre-start inspections).Basic literacy, numeracy, and oral communication skills.Ability to complete assigned works duties on time and within required standards.Lodging Your ApplicationPlease make sure your application includes:A cover letter including statements addressing the key selection criteria.Current resume.Copies of your tickets, licences and qualification that are listed on the position description.Please note, seek only has the option to provide two attachments, one being your cover letter and the other being your resume. In order to provide key selection criteria and copies of qualifications/tickets, please include these into your cover letter document/attachment.For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: South Burnett Jobs and CareersApplicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100. #J-18808-Ljbffr