Lead Civil Operations

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Lead Civil Operations to be part of and lead a small team within our Civil Assets Maintenance section on a permanent, full-time basis.

The team undertakes roads and drainage works to meet requirements in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

The successful person will lead, direct and supervise a team of Civil Operations Asset Maintenance staff reporting to them. 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Good knowledge and experience in civil operations and asset maintenance functions and day labour activities
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Previous experience in supervising and training staff
• Minimum of 12 months experience in operating plant and equipment
• Experience in recording and reporting completed work, materials and resources used daily
• Good skills in working with and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Able and willing to learn to use mobility in daily planning and execution of tasks
• Current MR Driver’s licence and appropriate Work Cover certificates and other mandatory licences
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Relevant certificate or working towards a certificate
• Availability to work flexible working hours and to work overtime as required.

Desirable:

• First Aid certificate.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,222.32 per week
• 38-hour working week
• Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

Click here to view or download the position description.

Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.

Closing date:           Friday 25 October 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       Ashleigh Beckwith on 0429 098 826 

Internal ref:              BCC248