Senior Field Operator (Construction) - [Archived Advertisement]

• A 9 day fortnight
• flexible working arrangements to assist employees to combine work and family responsibilities
• the opportunity to accrue time in lieu
• support for study at TAFE and University level
• the opportunity to 'purchase' leave
• access to an Employee Assistance Scheme
• Special Leave for RFS and SES volunteers
• Defence Leave for members of the ADF Reserves

… so join us on the NSW north coast and enjoy a satisfying career too.
Lifestyle …The Clarence Valley is part of the vibrant Northern Rivers region of NSW which has become Australia’s premier lifestyle region. The Council area encompasses a diverse set of environmental features, cultures, traditions, communities and industries, and includes the idyllic environments of Yamba and other coastal villages.
Council comprises an area of 10,440 km2, employs about 600 staff, operates 5 administration centers, 10 works depots and serves approximately 50,000 residents and ratepayers living in 44 towns, villages and city environs.

The purpose of the position is to:

• To coordinate, supervise and undertake relevant maintenance and construction works to ensure the delivery of high quality services, effective and efficient methodology, quality standards, legislative requirements, procedures and documentation
• Provide timely, accurate and succinct information on Council issues
• Ensure that activities comply with all WHS policies and procedures

To be successful in the position you will need:

• Certificate III in appropriate discipline; or equivalent relevant industry experience
• Current drivers licence
• WHS Construction Induction Training Certificate (NSW) or equivalent recognised in NSW
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated knowledge of road and drainage maintenance and construction activities and processes
• Work supervisory skills and the ability to organise the duties of staff
• Communication skills including the ability to liaise with the public and staff
• Clerical, administration and organisational skills, including the ability to work with minimal supervision and manage project documentation required during the completion of works
• A demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of Work Health & Safety requirements
• Consultative manner and committed to a team-based approach, with demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

How to apply
For further information on the position, and for a copy of the position description and position application form, go to the employment page on Council’s website at www.clarence.nsw.gov.au, or contact the Human Resources Section on (02) 6643 0850.

Applicants must address the essential and desirable criteria’s and include details of two current referees in their application. Applicants may use the provided position application form for this purpose if they wish.

Applications indicating the Reference Number and marked ‘Private & Confidential - Positions Vacant’ should be forwarded to:

• Manager Human Resources
  Clarence Valley Council
  Locked Bag 23
  Grafton NSW 2460; or
• Emailed to applications@clarence.nsw.gov.au; or
• Faxed to (02) 6643 0871; or
• Hand delivered to Human Resources at:
  44 Victoria Street, Grafton or
  50 River Street, Maclean

Closing date and time:
4.00pm, Monday, 23 March 2015.

Council is an EEO employer and indigenous people are encouraged to apply