Leading Hand (Signs & Lines)

Full time permanent position 

Wentworth Shire Council is seeking a suitable and motivated individual for the position of Leading Hand Signs & Lines. Reporting to the Team Leader Civil Projects and Maintenance, the successful applicant will need to have demonstrated experience and the ability to lead and support a small team in order to achieve Council’s programmed works.

The position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a three-month probation period has a commencing salary of between $63,122.39 and $66,317.96 plus 11.5% superannuation. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a fit for work assessment along with a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Join Wentworth Shire Council for a career in a progressive, community-focused work environment that prioritises the interests of the Shire. Wentworth Shire Council is committed to becoming a child safe organisation by embedding the NSW Child Safe Standards across our organisation. An advocate of Equal Employment Opportunity, Council offers outstanding working conditions and a team-oriented, positive culture.

Employees at Wentworth Shire Council are provided with a range of benefits:

• Accrued Rostered Days Off throughout the year (for eligible roles), in addition to
  four weeks of Annual Leave
• Guaranteed 3% increase (2025/2026) on top of any appraisal step increase
• Long Service Leave entitlements after five years of service
• Professional development opportunities

Applications are encouraged from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of different ages, those with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQIA+ community, as well as candidates from various cultural and linguistic heritages.

Wentworth Shire, home to about 8,000 residents, offers a unique lifestyle by the Murray and Darling Rivers. A place of natural beauty and outdoor activities, the Shire is ideal for families. Nearby Mildura provides additional amenities and cultural experiences.

This balance makes Wentworth Shire an attractive location for living, working, and exploring.

For further information on advertised positions and details on how to apply, contact Glen Norris, Manager Human Resources:
P: (03) 5027 5027
E: humanresources@wentworth.nsw.gov.au