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Labourer / Truck Driver WS237
Salary Range: $52,441.56 per annum
Location: Stratford Depot, Arnold Street, Stratford
Reference Number: 13491
Close Date: Monday 8 March 2021
Primary Objective of the position:
- Perform on site labouring and driving tasks primarily associated with Maintenance and Construction activities within the Northern District
- To work in a safe and environmentally sensitive manner whilst ensuring maximum productivity with a high standard of workmanship and job safety
- To be a good team player
To be successful in this role you must have:
- Hold a current Queensland Medium Rigid (MR) class driver’s licence or above
- White Card (General Safety Construction)
- Secondary education to Year 10 with good writing and communication skills and an understanding of basic mathematics
- Previous experience in repairs to concrete infrastructure involving form work and concrete finishing
- Demonstrated skills and experience in driving trucks with the ability to perform daily routine safety checks of vehicle and trailer
- Having a physical capacity and endurance to be able to undertake a variety of strenuous labouring tasks associated with Construction and Maintenance activities
- The ability to use or to learn to use electronic devices (e.g. tablets, smartphones) as applicable to this position
- Demonstrated ability to work in a small team environment, be a good team player, possess a high level of motivation and work efficiently with limited supervision
- Demonstrated ability to work in a public environment with the emphasis on communication and providing quality customer service
For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities, Selection Criteria and Functional Job Demands, please ensure you obtain a copy of the information kit and how to apply by scrolling to the Position Description area, then clicking on "Open" to download the attachment.
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.
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Pre-Employment Assessment:
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following assessments/checks:-
- Pre‑employment functional medical assessment, which will include a 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
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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
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We off the following benefits:
- Full-time Permanent Position
- 9 day fortnight work roster
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave
- Up to 3 weeks sick leave
- 12% contribution to superannuation
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Subsidised Corporate Uniform
- Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym/swimming pool)
- On-going opportunities for learning and professional development relevant to the position
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