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Reference Number 13200
Position Title Labourer
Employment Type Permanent Full Time
Location Martyn Street Depot
Minimum Award/Classification LGE State - Lev 2 
Maximum Award/Classification LGE State - Lev 2 
Roster Pattern 9 Day Fortnight 
Position Summary

Labourer  WS507

Salary Range: $51,447.76 per annum

Locations: Martyn Street Depot, 158a Martyn Street, Cairns

Reference Number: 13200

Close Date: Monday 20 July 2020

Primary Objective of the position:

  • To effectively and efficiently undertake a wide variety of precinct and park maintenance activities as directed by the Precinct Maintenance Ganger.
  • To work in a safe and environmentally sensitive manner.
  • To be a good team player.

To be successful in this role you must have:

  • A current LR Class Driver’s Licence. 
  • Secondary education to Year 10 with good writing and communication skills and an understanding of basic mathematics.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a public environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to undertake a wide variety of physically strenuous labouring activities.
  • Previous experience in undertaking road and park maintenance and associated work activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a small team and to be a good team player.

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.

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

 

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

 

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

 

Selection Criteria Essential: Do you hold a current and valid LR Drivers Licence (or above)?
Essential: Do you have the ability to undertake a wide variety of physically strenuous labouring activities?
Essential: Do you have demonstrated ability to work in a small team and to be a good team player?
Contact Person Cairns Regional Council Recruitment Team
Contact Number (07) 4044 3310
Contact Email jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
Closing Date 20/07/2020
Position Description
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm (AEST) on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.