Working Driver x 4

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 looking for highly motivated individuals to be part of our Civil Asset Maintenance section on a term contract, full-time basis for up to 12 months.

The team undertakes roads and drainage works to meet requirements in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner. You will require MR licence and a white card to be considered for this role. Successful candidates will be undertaking programmed and reactive works, without causing undue delay and inconvenience to the general public.

This role involves driving trucks to and from work sites, maintaining drainage structures, repairing failed road pavements/footpaths, operating minor plants and using hand power and air tools.

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Extensive experience in driving trucks in all facets of civil construction/maintenance including cleaning and repair of drainage structures, construction and restoration of road pavements/footpaths and K&G
• Experience in operating minor plant
• Sound knowledge of the functions of road and drainage maintenance activities
• Class MR Licence
• Appropriate WorkCover Certificates and Licences.

Desirable:

• Motivated team player and able to demonstrate leadership in decision-making
• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
• Availability to work overtime as required.

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 $1,112.32 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 16 August 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       Ashleigh Beckwith on 0429 098 826

Internal ref:             Term Contract