Water Cart Operator

Narromine Shire Council; Narromine Shire Council; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RDO system (every second Monday off)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Narromine Shire Council is seeking a Water Cart Operator to safely operate the Council’s water truck across the shire, supporting other teams as needed.

The role requires plant operation knowledge, good communication, and basic computer skills, along with a Class HC licence and White Card. The position offers a graded 8 role, a 38-hour week, and an RDO system for rostered days off.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of plant operation and their capabilities.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Class ‘HC’ Drivers Licence.
• General Construction Induction (White) Card.

Responsibilities

• Operate Council’s water truck to transport water across the shire for use by other teams.
• Operate Council plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and Council procedures.
• Promote and maintain a positive image of Council to the community.

Skills

Plant operation knowledge

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Verbal communication

Safety awareness

Tools

HC Licence

White Card

MC Licence

Job description

Narromine Shire Council covers an area of 5264 km2 and has a population of approximately 6444 in the rural townships of Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley and the surrounding rural areas. Narromine is located 40km from the regional city of Dubbo.

The identities and values of Narromine Shire have been shaped by the culture of the Wiradjuri People, early farmers and by our strong aviation and sporting history. Today, the Shire has a significant farming-based industry that contributes nationally.

About the position

Narromine Shire Council are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced applicant for the position of Water Cart Operator.

The objective of this position is to effectively and safely operate Council’s water truck to transport water throughout the shire for the use of other teams within Council.

To safely and competently operate Council plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturers specifications and Council Procedures.

To promote and maintain a positive image of Council to the community.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Good understanding of plant operation and their capabilities
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• General Construction Induction (White) Card

It will be desirable for you to have:

• MC Drivers Licence
• Workzone Traffic Control -Traffic Controller
• Workzone Traffic Control – Implement Traffic Control Guidance Plan
• Level I Chainsaw Operators certificate of competency
• Backhoe and other plant competencies
• Experience in heavy haulage

The details relating to this position are:

• The position is graded 8 within Council's salary structure
• The salary range is from $67,360 - $76,189 per annum plus superannuation. The salary step is determined by an annual competency assessment.
• 38 hour working week applies. NSC has a RDO system whereby every second Monday is a rostered day off.
• Employment conditions are as per the Local Government (State) Award
• Narromine Shire Council promotes the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment
• Narromine Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer that encourages and promotes diversity and inclusion across our shire. People with a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

Our Council

Narromine Shire Council covers an area of 5264 km2 and has a population of approximately 6444 in the rural townships of Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley and the surrounding rural areas. Narromine is located 40km from the regional city of Dubbo.

The identities and values of Narromine Shire have been shaped by the culture of the Wiradjuri People, early farmers and by our strong aviation and sporting history. Today, the Shire has a significant farming-based industry that contributes nationally.

About the position

Narromine Shire Council are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced applicant for the position of Water Cart Operator.

The objective of this position is to effectively and safely operate Council’s water truck to transport water throughout the shire for the use of other teams within Council.

To safely and competently operate Council plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturers specifications and Council Procedures.

To promote and maintain a positive image of Council to the community.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Good understanding of plant operation and their capabilities
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Class ‘HC’ Drivers Licence
• General Construction Induction (White) Card

It will be desirable for you to have:

• MC Drivers Licence
• Workzone Traffic Control -Traffic Controller
• Workzone Traffic Control – Implement Traffic Control Guidance Plan
• Level I Chainsaw Operators certificate of competency
• Backhoe and other plant competencies
• Experience in heavy haulage

The details relating to this position are:

• The position is graded 8 within Council's salary structure
• The salary range is from $67,360 - $76,189 per annum plus superannuation. The salary step is determined by an annual competency assessment.
• 38 hour working week applies. NSC has a RDO system whereby every second Monday is a rostered day off.
• Employment conditions are as per the Local Government (State) Award
• Narromine Shire Council promotes the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment
• Narromine Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer that encourages and promotes diversity and inclusion across our shire. People with a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

Enquiries

David Robins
Manager Human Resources
(02) 6889 9***