Lead Operative- Civil Works

Reference Number: S100-24-2973

Closing Date: 25-09-2024

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

**Lead Operative - Civil Works
- Projects and Roads**
- Permanent full-time, 38 hours per week
- Annual Salary range from $81,289.13 - $87,990.21 + allowance + 11.5% superannuation

The Operations team is responsible for the construction, maintenance and care of Councils assets including roads, drainage, footpaths, traffic facilities, street furniture, signs, and maintenance of sports fields, parks and reserves.

**About us**:
We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started

**About Role**:
We are currently seeking a Lead Operative to work with our Civil Construction and maintenance team. You will primarily lead and carry out maintenance and care within the areas of roads, drainage, footpath, parks and reserves. You will be responsible for the control and supervision of site works, contractors and the general public. Working cooperatively within all areas of Operational Services ensuring the programs, goals and objectives of the Section are achieved in an efficient and effective manner. Maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring risk assessments are carried out prior to work being commenced and all incidents are reported immediately.
- Trades Certificate or similar qualification in relevant area to operational services.
- High level awareness of WHS, environmental and risk identification aspects related to this type of position and work.
- Be able to demonstrate a high level of written and oral skills that will enable you to work cooperatively and effectively within your team and the Section.
- Ability to lead a team in a positive manner and maintain a harmonious working environment.
- High level practical understanding of WHS, environmental and risk identification related to this type of position and work.
- Current Class MR Drivers Licence.
- Construction Induction Certificate (White card)
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organise day to day activities of relevant work areas including scheduling and ordering of materials and plant.
- Be able to demonstrate a work ethic that promotes a high level of efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- High level of literacy, numeracy comprehension and problem solving skills.
- Local knowledge of Council’s streets and suburbs.
- Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, trust and optimism. It is through **respect**, **integrity **and **teamwork** that we build **trust** and create **optimism** for Campbelltown’s future.

**As a member of our friendly and passionate team, you’ll receive the following benefits**:

- Permanent full-time, 38 hours per week
- Salary range from $$3,114.53 - $3,371.27 per fortnight depending on skills and experience +11.5% superannuation + allowance
- Generous leave provisions
- Generous professional development opportunities
- Fortnightly pay

**Key contact**: For further information on this position, please contact Carlos Negron on 4645 4533.

**Applications close**: Wednesday 25 September 2024.

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.