Works Officer 03

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

Civil Construction Labourer (Works Officer 03)

Salary: $68,972.28 per annum (plus industry allowance)

Closing: Friday 24 October 2025

Full Time – Permanent

Greater Shepparton City Council is looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join its Civil Infrastructure Maintenance Department as a Works Officer 03. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our experienced team as a permanent employee.

As a Works Officer 03 you will be required to work as part of a small team that is responsible for delivering maintenance on sealed roads.

We're looking for applicants who bring strengths in the following areas:

• Hotmix raking
• Sealed road patching
• Plant operations
• Line marking

Our organisation offers excellent working conditions and a range of generous employee benefits including support and encouraging our employees with training and professional development opportunities, a nine-day fortnight and access to staff health and wellbeing programs.

Applicants must hold a current Victorian driver's licence and a construction induction card. The following licences will be considered favourably.

• Traffic Control
• Heavy vehicle licence

This position may work with, or around, Crystalline Silica. It is a requirement of the role to read and understand information relating to Silica:

1. What is Crystalline Silica?

Crystalline silica is the crystalline form of silicon dioxide, or silica, a naturally occurring mineral that forms a major component of most rocks.

The most common type of crystalline silica is quartz, which is found in sand, stone and granite.

2. What are the Health Risks?

Respirable crystalline silica can be harmful when it becomes airborne and is inhaled. Exposure to high concentrations over a short period of time, or low to medium concentrations over a long period of time can lead to serious diseases, including:

• silicosis
• lung cancer
• kidney disease
• autoimmune disease

To mitigate the risk, GSCC will provide to all employees:

• Health monitoring to be conducted on entry and exit of employment
• Correct PPE supplied to all employees
• Training, Education and Information

For more information about this position please contact Tom Zampaglione, Coordinator Roads, on

Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.

First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.

Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.

All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.