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Water Industry Plant Operator/LabourerNetwork Operations & MaintenancePermanent Full TimeOperations Level 5 - $71,041 with annualised allowance of $18,052 plus superannuationAt Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.What we are looking for:Were looking for a reliable and experienced Water Industry Plant Operator/Labourer to assist in maintaining and constructing water and wastewater systems. The ideal candidate should be able to perform manual labour tasks, work safely in confined spaces, and have a strong commitment to workplace health and safety.What your day will look like:Contribute to the undertaking of construction/ maintenance activities by operating a range of machinery and equipment e.g. high pressure sewer cleaning machine, electric eels, CCTV push camera.All maintenance and repair of water and wastewater infrastructure undertaken to quality standardAssist in the construction and installation of water and wastewater assets to quality standardPlease click here to view a full position description.What youll need for success:Experience with high pressure cleaning equipment, ideally within the wastewater environmentGeneral Construction Induction Card (White Card)Current Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus immunisations (or willingness to undertake immunisations within one month of commencement)Whats nice to have:Provide First Aid/CPRWork Safely at HeightsTrim and Cut Felled Trees (Chainsaw Level 2)High risk work licence (Forklift operation)Traffic Implementation (Level 2)SWNELPConfined Spaces CertificationBasic Computer SkillsBenefits of Working with CouncilCommitted to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.We alsocreate innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition .What we Offer:Learning and development opportunitiesFlexible working arrangementsUp to 12% employer super contribution17.5% leave loadingStudy assistance programNovated leasing24/7 access to Employee Assistance ProgramPaid maternity and paternity leaveApply now:Applications close 11pm on Tuesday 20 th May 2025 subject to change pending qualified applications received.A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.In applying for a position at Fraser Coast Regional Council you are providing personal information such as name, contact details and your work history. This information will be used for the purpose of processing your application and determining your suitability for the applied position. Your personal information will be accessed by persons who have been authorised to do so. Your personal information is handled in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009.Please tick the below box before proceeding.Yes I agree to the privacy statement *Personal Details * Required fieldFirst name *Last name *E-mail *Digits only or add + for international numbersStreet *Street Cont.City, Town or Suburb *Postcode or Zipcode *Country *State, Region or Province *LinkedIn URL(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)QuestionsCouncil is committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive workplace for all. To help us identify and support people from diverse groups, please state if you require any support or additional assistance during the recruitment process.Are you eligible to work in Australia? *YesNoIf you have a visa to work in Australia please provide detailsDo you have a current driver''s licence? *Open (C/CA) ClassProvisional (P2)Provisional (P1)Learners (L)NoAre you a current or previous employee of Fraser Coast Regional Council? *Current EmployeePrevious EmployeeNoIf you are a spouse of a current council employee and you would like to apply for this position through the Dual Career program please ask your partner for a copy of the Dual Career form and submit it with your application.Yes I am applying via Dual CareerNo I am not applying via Dual CareerDo you have a white card? *YesNo, but willing to obtainNo, not willing to obtainDo you have the following immunisations: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Tetanus or willingness to acquire within one month of commencement? Please detail below. *Please detail the qualifications you hold that are relevant to this position. *Considering your background, what skills and characteristics do you have that qualify you for this position *A Cover Letter and Resume needs to be included with your application *OkHave you been convicted by a court of any criminal offences or do you have any pending court procedures that may affect your employment with Council?***Important: Council employees are required to adhere to a high standard of conduct and ethics. Having a criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment with Council and selection is completed on a case by case basis, considering a variety of factors such as the extent and nature of the conviction and the position requirements.Please note that non-disclosure and/or provision of false or misleading information will automatically exclude you from the recruitment process and/or employment. Spent convictions are not considered and do not need to be declared.If you would prefer to discuss in the first instance, please contact Recruitment on (07) 4197 4227 for a confidential conversation to discuss any concerns.Note: Not required for existing employees. *Yes - Please provide detailsNoIf ''Yes'' please specify details.I declare that to the best of my knowledge the above information and that submitted in any accompanying document/s is correct. I understand that any false or misleading information given in this application may render my contract of employment, if I am appointed, liable to termination.I understand and agree to the above #J-18808-Ljbffr