Job Vacancy 19/36 – Leading Hand – Asset Inspection – Works

Burdekin Shire Council is currently seeking applications to fill the role of Leading Hand – Asset Inspection within the Works section.

The Leading Hand – Asset Inspection role is to assist the Maintenance Supervisor with assessing, maintaining and repairing of Council’s transport assets including roads, stormwater drainage, footpaths and bridges. Also to assist the Works Supervisors with the construction of new Council, private and Main Roads works, maintenance of existing services and structures in connection with roads and footpaths, kerbing and channelling, stormwater drainage, boat ramps and other functions of Council, which require the allocation and organisation of plant and labour.

The Position

The key responsibilities include:

Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with asset inspections, asset data collection and recording in the road and drainage areas.Undertake all work as detailed in the relevant work quality plans and work procedures ensuring compliance with all Acts, Regulations and Codes of Practice including Main Road Signage, Electrical Safety and the like.Coordinate assigned private contracted plant and services.Under limited direction of the Works Supervisor, control works on the job site.Guide and assist gang members in construction and maintenance activities including quality control.

The Person

The successful applicant will possess the following attributes at a minimum:

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in assessing, maintaining and repairing of roads, drainage, footpaths and bridgesDemonstrated ability to read and comprehend BSC Transport Level of Service ManualDemonstrated sound written and verbal communication skillsCurrent Class “MR” (Medium Rigid) driver’s licenceGeneral Construction Induction White Card

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The gross fortnightly wage for this position is $2,331.50 including Construction Allowance.

Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link:

Applications for 19/36 – Leading Hand – Asset Inspection – Works should include:

A cover letterA current resumeStatements addressing the selection criteria

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods:

Email – Mail – Confidential Application No. 19/36, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Tuesday, 13 August 2019 at 5.00pm. Word or PDF format is preferable.

For further information please contact the Works Overseer – Robert Potter on (07) 4783 9800.