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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 Burnett 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 BurnettRegion 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 NanangoPermanent - Full Time$61K - $64K per annum + Allowances + SuperCouncil is seeking an effective team member for the road maintenance or construction team using safe, effective and efficient operation of plant to meet the sections outcomes. The role will provide high quality specialist operation of Councils truck fleet and other plant/equipment during road construction and maintenance operations. The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in the effective operation of mobile plant within construction/maintenance environments together with knowledge of road construction/maintenance techniques. *Participation in after hours and weekend work is a requirement of this position*Mandatory QualificationsTruck (HC) drivers licenceGeneral Safety Induction for Construction Worker Certification (White Card)Desirable QualificationsTraffic 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 Benefits, Corporate memberships and Health and Wellbeing programsSkills and experience**Please address the following key selection criteria items below, as part of your application**Demonstrated experience in 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.For further information and to review the selection criteria and position description, please visit: addressing the selection criteria, including a cover letter and your Resume, should be submitted by ''Applying Now'' on Seek.Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply.For further information please contact People and Culture on (07) 4189 9100 .How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:How many years'' experience do you have as a truck driver? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a heavy vehicle driver''s licence? Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)? Do you have a current Australian driver''s licence? Have you completed a qualification in civil construction? How many years'' experience do you have as a traffic controller?OUR VISIONSouth Burnett...unique communities working together in a strong and vibrant region.OUR VISIONSouth Burnett...unique communities working together in a strong and vibrant region.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsHC & MC DRIVERSEmployment Matters6d agoFarm Hand/MechanicR and G Andersen and CoTingoora, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD23d agoMANAGER - ROADS & WASTEEmployment MattersCherbourg, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD #J-18808-Ljbffr