Description Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours. Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs. AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility. DIRECTORATE: Infrastructure, Planning & Environment CLASSIFICATION: Grade B SALARY: $61,623 to $71,482 pa 12% employer contribution to superannuation REPORTING TO: Trees and Streetscapes Supervisor, Gardens Supervisor or Parks Supervisor EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent Full Time THE POSITION: To provide labouring and maintenance assistance within the City Landscapes team and other areas of the Infrastructure, Planning and Environment Group as required. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: To assist in the maintenance and cleansing of streets and drains. To assist in morning clean-up of commercial areas including emptying bins. To assist with the removal of all debris, litter, leaves aggregate, and clean up oil spills as necessary. Construction, maintenance and repairs of stormwater mains, cleansing and maintenance of open and piped drains, and residential stormwater systems. Assist occasionally with the operation of the street sweeper Inspect and action on Councils Customer Service work requests Traffic control and signage as necessary Operate data gathering devices and update relevant software packages Use all plant and equipment in a safe and competent manner. Ensure all routine maintenance to plant and equipment is carried out. Assist in development projects in the city’s parks reserves and landscapes. Use skills to assist other areas of Albury City as necessary Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training. Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS. Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct. Qualifications KEY RELATIONSHIPS: Internal Our People External Our Community EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Based on a 38-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 3:00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity’s RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor. This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 38 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed in advance with your supervisor. This position requires you to wear a compulsory uniform as per AlburyCity’s Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely. In line with the provisions of the Local Government (State) Award, this position will receive the Level 2, Adverse Working Conditions Allowance This position will be provided with vaccination against the following infectious diseases: Hepatitis A Hepatitis B This position involves working in a predominantly outdoor environment where a varying range of temperatures, weather conditions and walking surfaces may be experienced. The position requires a moderate level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake regular physical activities such as walking, lifting, pulling, pushing along with the capacity to maintain normal manual handling tasks across the work day – depending on the nature of the tasks undertaken. The use of relevant work method statements and appropriate WHS standards are an integral part of the role. A full functional and medical assessment is required for this position. This position is subject to preemployment and ongoing audiometric (hearing) assessment in accordance with AlburyCity Procedures. This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing. This position is located at the Albury Depot, Wodonga Place, Albury, with visits to external sites/depots. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: Medium Rigid (MR) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain) Construction Induction Card DESIRABLE CRITERIA: Chainsaw Level 1 Various plant licences Apply Traffic Control Plans (Yellow) or equivalent certification Traffic Controller Certification (Blue Card) or equivalent certification EXPERIENCE Relevant experience in construction related water and drainage construction repairs and maintenance Relevant experience in a horticultural discipline SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: A sound knowledge of small plant operation, tractor implement operation, garden labouring, sports field maintenance, spraying, arboriculture, turf care, street drain cleaning and maintenance and street sweeper operation Experience and demonstrated ability in operating various plant, which may include trucks (Medium Rigid Driver's Licence), tipping trucks, front end loaders and skid steer loaders An understanding of WHS and competence in performing tasks in a safe manner Fundamental literacy skills in receiving and executing instructions Demonstrated knowledge of all WHS requirements and practices
