Competitive annual salary commencing at $67,353.00 plus superannuation.Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.About the RegionGympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.Team Member Pothole x 2 PositionsRemuneration: $67,353.00 plus up to 13 per cent superannuationClosing Date: Sunday 3rd November 2024 at 11.00pm AESTNo late applications will be accepted.Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.About the OpportunityThis position supports Council's direction by undertaking a range of labouring, plant operation and truck driving tasks as part of a multi-disciplined team that is responsible for the maintenance of Council's infrastructure assets in accordance with recognised standards.Position is primarily in the Operations Roads and Drainage crew as Team Member Pothole, however depending on the program being delivered and workloads the position maybe moved to other crews within the Capital Delivery and Assets and Operations Roads and Drainage teams.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Operate and maintain light plant and equipment in a competent and efficient manner to deliver council's work.Perform labouring tasks in a safe, competent, efficient and timely manner to deliver councils work program to quality.Identify new ways to improve work practices in accordance with council's continuous improvement.About YouThe ideal candidate will have: Demonstrated ability to undertake a broad range of tasks including operation of plant, vehicles, equipment and tools in a competent and proficient manner.Demonstrated physical agility and dexterity to carry out labouring and frequent heavy lifting and bending.Demonstrated ability to maintain harmony within a team and foster good working relationships with all council employees and members of the public.Demonstrated ability to work under general supervision.Mandatory Requirements Queensland 'C' Class driver's licence that is current and maintained.Construction Industry White/Blue card.Desirable Licence/Competency (Ticket) Requirements Knowledge of Civil construction and Maintenance activities Queensland 'HR' Class driver's licence that is current and maintained.Roller Operator ticket – Competency to conduct Roller Operations Position DescriptionFor a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.What we offer?Nine-day fortnightAccess to employee health and well-being programsFitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate.Long service leave after seven yearsGenerous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per centAccess to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangementsEmployee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.Our Values AccountabilityCommunicationCustomer Service FocusedIntegrityTeamwork and Collaboration For a full explanation of our values please click here.You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.Our ProcessSuccessful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process.Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.Applications close on Sunday 3rd November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST.No late applications will be accepted.Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.Apply Now