Team Member Roads (Casual)

Our Council

Narromine Shire Council covers an area of 5264 km2 and has a population of approximately 6444 in the rural townships of Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley and the surrounding rural areas. Narromine is located 40km from the regional city of Dubbo.

The identities and values of Narromine Shire have been shaped by the culture of the Wiradjuri People, early farmers and by our strong aviation and sporting history. Today, the Shire has a significant farming-based industry that contributes nationally.

About the position

Narromine Shire Council is seeking suitably qualified and experienced applicants to join our roads team on a casual basis.

These positions assist with road construction and maintenance, helping provide safe road surfaces for the travelling public. Duties include safely operating Council plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and Council procedures.

We are looking for reliable team members who take pride in their work, work safely and represent Council positively in the community.

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Class MR Drivers Licence
• General Construction Induction (CIC - White Card) NSW

It will be desirable for you to have: 

• Experience and competency operating a backhoe, front end loader and grader
• Sound working knowledge of construction techniques and principles
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Traffic Control Combo – Traffic Controller & Implement Traffic Control Guidance Plans
• Chainsaw Certification – Crosscut & Trim
• First Aid Certificate
• HR Licence

Pay and employment conditions

• From $37.31 per hour, inclusive of casual loading, plus superannuation and applicable allowances.

• The hourly rate corresponds to Grade 4 Entry within Council’s salary structure.

• Superannuation will be paid to your nominated complying superannuation fund in accordance with legislative requirements.

• These are casual positions, with work offered according to Council’s operational requirements.

• Employment conditions are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.

How to apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess. 

Please refer to the attached Position Description Team Member Roads (casual) for the entire scope of essential and desirable criteria which all applicants must meet.  

Pre-employment screening

Should you be shortlisted for interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you may be required to undergo the following pre-employment screening process as part of the selection process:

• A functional assessment (at Council's expense) including hearing and drug and alcohol testing
• Reference checks from your 2 work related referees
• Any other additional screening that may be relevant to the role
• Council will check the authenticity of certificates and qualification

Privacy Statement

As part of the recruitment process, Narromine Shire Council will be collecting information about you. This information is private information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act. This information will be included in the recruitment file and only accessed by members of the Recruitment Selection Panel. 

Contact and notes

Enquiries: Manager Human Resources David Robins (02) 6889 9999

Closing date: 

Ongoing recruitment – no fixed closing date. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and appointments may be made at any time. Early applications are encouraged.

 Narromine Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion. People with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU START TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION, YOU CANNOT SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER. WE WOULD RECOMMEND THAT YOU CREATE YOUR ANSWERS IN A SEPARATE DOCUMENT (EG WORD) AND THEN COPY YOUR ANSWERS INTO THIS PAGE WHEN YOU ARE READY. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME AND BE PREPARED WITH YOUR RESUME READY TO UPLOAD WHEN YOU COMMENCE THE PROCESS.

Good luck and we look forward to receiving your application