Labourers

Reporting to the Works Foreman this position will perform the duties of general labouring.

The individual/s we are seeking will be a highly skilled professional who is a team player working proactively in a busy work environment. You will need to be able to work autonomously as well as in a team.

Ideally, the successful applicant will have: -

• Must be able to carry out under direct supervision roads and drainage construction, infrastructure maintenance, parks and gardens and other Council operations as required.

• Must be able to operate and carry-out daily routine maintenance to any small plant and equipment, under the employees’ control at all times.

• Must be able to maintain operational standards and compliance with Work Health and Safety legislation.

In return we offer the following benefits: -

• Great team environment

• 19-day month

• 6 weeks annual leave

• 12% contribution to superannuation

• Annual leave loading

• Locality Allowance

• Remote Area Allowance

• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)

• On-going opportunities for learning and development

How to apply:

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

Your application must be lodged electronically and must consist of the following:

• Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

• Copy of your resume.

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

• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment

• Computer Skills Assessment

• Qualification / Licence Verification

• Right to Work in Australia Check

• Psychometric testing

Employment Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for a position at Torres Shire Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria: -

• Permanent resident of Australia

• Australian Citizen

• Entitlement to work visa

Torres Shire Council encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.