Ganger Wastewater Reticulation Maintenance

Reference Number: 13112
Salary: $57,800.56 per annum
Location: MacNamara Street Depot
Closing: Monday 10th February 2020

We offer the following benefits: 

• 9 Day Fortnight as per agreement
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development 

Primary objectives of the position:

• As a Ganger Wastewater Reticulation Maintenance, operate as directed by Supervisory Staff in maintaining all aspects of the sewer reticulation system. Ensure that customer complaints regarding sewer reticulation systems are actioned in accordance with the service standards set by Water & Waste. Keep the Team Leader Wastewater Reticulation informed of any required maintenance / improvements necessary to maintain reticulation assets.

To be successful in this role you will require:

• Secondary education to Year 10.
• A current HR Driver’s License.
• A current Plumbers and Drainers Licence.
• Construction White Card.
• Current confined space accreditation and/or ability and willingness to gain accreditation.
• Previous experience in the maintenance of wastewater reticulation assets.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria you must go to our website: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

How to Apply:
Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa