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INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Greater Shepparton City Council is situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria, with a strong agricultural and irrigation base. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.
Grader Operator (Works Officer 04)
Salary: $70,960.76 per annum
Closing: Friday 21 March 2025
Full Time – Permanent
Greater Shepparton City Council is looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join its Civil Infrastructure Maintenance Department as a Grader Operator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our experienced team as a permanent employee.
As a grader operator, you will be required to lead a small team, assist with road construction, maintenance grading, re-sheeting, and shoulder work.
Our organisation offers excellent working conditions and a range of generous employee benefits including support and encouraging our employees with training and professional development opportunities, a nine-day fortnight, and access to staff health and wellbeing programs.
Minimum Requirements:
Applicants must hold a current heavy rigid licence, construction induction card, and a current police check.
Role:
This position may work with, or around, Crystalline Silica. It is a requirement of the role to read and understand information relating to Silica:
* What is Crystalline Silica?
* Crystalline silica is the crystalline form of silicon dioxide, a naturally occurring mineral that forms a major component of most rocks.
* The most common type of crystalline silica is quartz, found in sand, stone, and granite.
* What are the Health Risks?
Respirable Crystalline Silica can be harmful when it becomes airborne and is inhaled. Exposure to high concentrations over a short period or low to medium concentrations over a long period can lead to serious diseases, including:
* silicosis
* lung cancer
* kidney disease
* autoimmune disease
To mitigate the risk, GSCC will provide to all employees:
* Health monitoring to be conducted on entry and exit of employment
* Correct PPE supplied to all employees
* Training, Education, and Information
For more information about this position please contact Tom Zampaglione, Coordinator Roads at 03 5832 9355.
Note: This position is subject to a 6-month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period, employees will be provided with appropriate ongoing induction, support, assistance, resources, and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.
For procedures on how to apply, go to this link .
All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.
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