Team Member - Infrastructure

Cumberland Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and professional development

Leave entitlements and wellness

Free access to aquatic centres

Fitness Passport Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cumberland City Council is seeking a Team Member Infrastructure to carry out maintenance across footpaths, roads and drainage, ensuring works meet community expectations. The role is permanent and full-time, based at Auburn and Guildford depots with travel across council sites, operating various small plant equipment.

The position requires at least 3 years in civil maintenance, MR license or willingness to obtain, and relevant safety cards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in civil maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of road, footpath and drainage maintenance.
• Able to work in a team and handle overtime.
• Possess MR license or willing to obtain.
• Current White Card.
• Traffic Control Training Card (Blue/Yellow).
• WWCC information if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform footpath, road and drainage maintenance.
• Work efficiently to meet council and community expectations.
• Travel across council worksites and locations as required.
• Contribute to upkeep of public domain presentations.

Skills

Civil maintenance

Road maintenance

Footpath maintenance

Drainage maintenance

Teamwork

Small plant operation

Overtime availability

Customer service

MR license

Traffic/Blue-Yellow Card

White Card

Asphalt/concreting

Tools

Small roller

Plate compactor

Grinding machine

Spray unit

Asphalt equipment

Job description

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 250,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Infrastructure team focuses on managing the daily presentation of the public domain within the Cumberland City Area, ensuring that it is maintained and presented so that residents and visitors are proud of the area and it meets their expectations.

The Team Member Infrastructure will be responsible to perform various forms of maintenance works including footpath, road and drainage maintenance. The Team Member will ensure they are working efficiently and effectively meeting both Councils and communities expectations through a works program that utilises the industries best practice.

The successful applicant will require:

• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience inCivil maintenance operations
• Demonstrate sound knowledge in multiple infrastructure operations functional areas such as road maintenance, footpath maintenance and drainage system maintenance
• Be able to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of the operating of small plants e.g. small roller, plate compactor, grinding machine and spray unit
• Be able to work overtime when required and for emergencies
• Demonstrate a strong customer focus with sound customer service skills and the ability to embrace a system of change and continual improvement
• Class Medium Rigid (MR) Drivers Licence or willing to obtain
• Current Traffic Control Work Training Card (Blue and Yellow Card) or willing to obtain
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Experience in asphalt or concreting

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About this role:

• Permanent, full-time position
• 35 hour week
• Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
• Located at Council's Auburn and Guildford Depot, with frequent travel required across Council worksites, and will be required to work across any of Council’s work locations

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 5 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,201.56 to $1,471.91 per week, plus 12% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

What you'll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave,10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.