General Hand Water/Wastewater

Essential Role, Essential Services: Become a General Hand in Armidale

We want individuals who have the drive and interest to work as part of a team.

We can provide the training and tools for the right people. This is a great role to get a foot in the door at Council, ideal if you are a school leaver or someone looking for their next challenge. As a part of your new role, we will support you in completing a Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, as well as other training opportunities including a variety of plant.

This position works with a great crew, making sure we have essential water and wastewater services across the region. No two days are the same - you get the chance to not only carry out general labouring work (getting your hands dirty) but also get to work on some plant including diggers, excavators, back hoes, skid steer loaders as well as a jet vac (a huge, truck mounted vacuum).

As a bonus, working at Council you also get the benefit of a 9-day fortnight, flexible working provisions and the opportunity for overtime.

About you

Council is focused on developing a strong culture by embedding values of wellbeing, inclusion, commitment
and transparency into everything we do. This is at the heart of how we work. The right person for the job is
able to live these values, call out others where they aren't, and 'walk the talk'.

We want to hear about you! So in your application, tell us about...

• Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
• What makes you the best person for the role?
• Your qualifications and experience relevant to the role.

Please note:

• Only the three questions above need to be addressed in your application, however your resume and cover letter will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the Position Description attached to this advertisement.
• You will also be required to attach PDF copies of your qualifications, tickets &/or accreditations to your application.

We want you to enjoy working at Armidale Regional Council as much as we do, so here’s what’s included:

• Salary from  $1,098 per week (plus allowances & super) based on a 38-hour week.
• Flexible working provisions and a 9-day fortnight
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous leave entitlements
• Gym discounts

Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join the Waste team?

• If you would like further information on the role, please contact David Bell, Project Officer Water & Wastewater on 0411 045 185 for a confidential discussion.
• Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
• Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. 

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