Plumber

Richmond Valley Council; Evans Head; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave Management Policy

Fitness Passport

Free yoga and meditation

Health & Wellbeing Day

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Richmond Valley Council is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive professional to maintain and rehabilitate water and sewer infrastructure in accordance with Council plans. The role is full time, based in the Casino area, with a 76-hour fortnight and a salary range of $77,771–$89,434 per year plus 12% superannuation.

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, adaptable and capable of working both autonomously and within a small team.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change.
• Capable of working well in a small team and autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Utilise technical knowledge for maintenance, construction, repair and rehabilitation of water and sewer infrastructure in line with Council plans.
• Operate safely with a safety-first focus and contribute to delivering council programs.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Adaptability

Autonomy

Job description

Permanent Full Time - Casino

The Richmond Valley is in the heart of the Northern Rivers, with wide open spaces and room to grow. We're a down-to-earth, friendly community - where you can still enjoy the welcome of a country town, a family holiday by the beach, or a campfire under the open sky.

It's a place of opportunity, where you can get a start in life or find the change you've been looking for - build a home, raise a family, or buy your first acreage. Success is earned through hard work, persistence, and the courage to get back on your feet in hard times.

Our organisation is defined by integrity and passion in what we do. When challenges come, we endure, we recover, and we rise once again to rebuild. Our people are connected through a shared love of this place and in serving our community.

About you

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a safety-first focus and positive attitude. You are

• A strong communicator, both written and verbal
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Able to work well within a small team and autonomously

About the role

Utilise technical knowledge and experience for effective maintenance, construction, repair and rehabilitation of water and sewer infrastructure in accordance with Council's delivery and operational plans.

Full time: 76 hour fortnight

Salary: Range from $77,771 to $89,434 pa + 12% superannuation

Contact: James Sun, Operations Coordinator Water Sewer

NOTE: As the activities of this position could involve exposure to Hepatitis A and B and Q Fever, the employee will be vaccinated against these hazards or required to provide proof of immunity against these diseases.

Please read the role description for more information regarding key accountabilities of the role, essential qualifications and obligations.

What we offer

Richmond Valley Council offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:

• Leave Management Policy including compassionate leave, Long Service Leave after 5 years, volunteer leave and more.
• Fitness Passport
• Free yoga and meditation each week
• A fun Health & Wellbeing Day
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Council is committed to creating a workforce that celebrates inclusion, diversity and equality. We believe our employees are a reflection of the diverse community we serve and are proud to support equal opportunities for all of the Richmond Valley.