Maintenance Worker Roads and Drainage Talent Pool

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The City of Gold Coast is establishing a talent pool for Maintenance Workers (Roads and Drainage) from entry level to qualified and experienced positions for various opportunities on the Gold Coast, including fixed term backfills and permanent vacancies.

In this role, you will be responsible for undertaking scheduled and reactive maintenance, capital projects and ongoing improvements on our roads, footpaths, and drainage network across the city. As part of the team, you will also be required to:

• Perform skilled and specialist tasks associated with the maintenance of Council's roads, footpath and drainage network.
• Operate minor equipment and machinery associated with various works tasks.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Complete various organisational forms.
• Control public at worksites.
• Manage work orders in SAP via a mobile device (iPad).

• Demonstrated commitment to safety.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with others in a manner conducive to creating a cooperative team environment.
• Sound physical health to enable you to satisfactorily perform the physically demanding duties of this position.
• Effective numeracy and literacy skills commensurate with the requirements of the position.
• MR drivers' licence. (Mandatory)
• General Construction Induction (white/blue) card (Mandatory).
• Experience in maintenance and/or construction operations.

Please note that the successful applicants will be appointed at the appropriate level based on qualifications, skills and experience between level 3 and level 5 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award - Operational. It is also a requirement of the role that you undertake a Certificate III in Civil Construction.

As this is a Talent Pool, applications may be kept on file for up to 12 months and applicants will be contacted progressively as positions become available.

We're committed to fostering an exceptional workplace culture that prioritises employee well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. At the City of Gold Coast, you'll enjoy:

• 9-day fortnight.
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family.
• Our number 1 priority is Safety.
• Free parking.
• CEO recognition program.
• Work within a fun, friendly supportive team that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities to undertake training and upskill.
• Uniform, tools of trade and PPE provided.
• Opportunities to work overtime and earn extra via applicable allowances.
• No loss of pay during weather events.

Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and a separate cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. (Please ensure that your resume/cover letter lists your qualifications and licences)

For any technical issues with uploading your applications, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au (Document File size max 2MB – PDF preferred).

The City takes pride in ensuring we hire the right people for our roles and those employed with us are skilled, suitable and will act in a manner that reflects our City values. Our selection process includes pre-employment checks, compulsory drug and alcohol testing and National Police Check (as required).

The City of Gold Coast is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. All qualified candidates are considered for employment regardless of race, colour, age, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Kent Willman — 5581 1845

Simon Hall — 5581 6684

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10:30 pm on the listed closing date.

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