Maintenance Worker

Why join us?

• Above award wages -we believe in rewarding our team and value the contributions each person makes
• Amazing workplace culture -we embrace diversity and believe in mutual respect, honesty, connection, and recognising the contribution and effort of our staff with an approach that work should be far more than 'just a job'
• Career opportunities –we foster individual development through succession, training and development plans

About the role

Stornoway is now accepting expressions of interest from applicants seeking a permanent full-time Maintenance Worker position within our Burnie Roads team.

The roles' primary function is to ensure Tasmania's applicable road networks are maintained to the highest standards.  This role requires candidates with the ability and technical expertise to undertake a variety of works associated with road maintenance.  These functions may include -

• Environmental maintenance
• Road maintenance
• Traffic control
• Patrol works
• Shadow vehicle operations
• Mowing and vegetation works
• General labouring and more

About you

You will be safety focused and enjoy working outdoors in a role where no two days are the same. You thrive in team environment that works together and shares common goals whilst taking great pride in a job well done.

To be considered for this role, applicants will need to be able to satisfy the following mandatory selection criteria (applicants who can also demonstrate the desirable criteria would be highly regarded):

• General Safety Induction White Card
• A Traffic Management / Control ticket compliant with current AustRoads standards
• Confidence and competence working with mobile digital devices and platforms
• Highly developed attention to detail, organisational, time management, and accuracy skills.
• Strong understanding of civil and safety principles and practices.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks / functions in a timely and accurate manner
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
• Competent written and verbal communication skills
• A current Australian Driver's License C (Car)
• A current First Aid and/or CPR ticket
• An Australian Resident or hold an Australian Working VISA with rights to work

Desirable criteria include:

• Arborist qualification
• EWP qualification
• Previous experience in civil asset construction and/or maintenance
• Traffic Management Ticket
• Relevant other tickets such as chainsaw/pole saw
• Operate machinery such as; Skid-steer, Excavator
• Experience operating a ride on mower
• Sealed and unsealed pavement repair experience
• A current Australian Medium Rigid Class Licence
• Heavy Combination (HC) or Medium Combination (MC) Licence

About us

Stornoway is a values-led national operation, providing expertise in infrastructure services including road and bridge maintenance and asset management, civil and maintenance works, traffic management design and specialist access services. We have over 40 dedicated years in infrastructure services and our core values include determination and innovation, investing in our team, and reinvesting in the community. We are proud of our people and our work.

At Stornoway we value our people, and believe in mutual respect, honesty, connection, and recognising the contribution and effort of our staff. We believe that work should be far more than 'just a job' and see each person who works with us as part of the Stornoway family.

How to apply

If this sounds like your next career click "apply for this job" and upload your resume and cover letter telling us why you are the right person for this role.

Stornoway prioritises a focus on safety, excellent communication and an ability to take pride in your work.  Prior to any offer of employment, the successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical (including an alcohol and other drugs assessment).

For more information, please reach out to  Applications are through Seek only.