Job Task Analysis - City Works Maintenance Crew

 Physical Health Assessment - City Works Maintenance Crew

• Enjoy a hands-on role with variety where no two days are the same
• Full time position on offer
• $69,181 - $73,600 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
• Location:  Cheltenham

A bit about the role:

In this hands-on role, you’ll help maintain and repair Council’s civil infrastructure, including roads, drains, and footpaths. You’ll carry out both routine maintenance and respond to issues as they arise, ensuring our community’s assets remain safe, clean, and well maintained.

This role also includes participating in an after-hours response roster.

Other Responsibilities include:                          

• Maintaining and repairing council's civil infrastructure assets, including roads, footpaths, and drainage systems
• Operating a range of plant and equipment, such as trucks, backhoes, and compaction equipment
• Ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently, adhering to quality standards and environmental regulations
• Providing excellent customer service to residents and stakeholders

Your Skills and Experience

• Experience in civil construction and maintenance work, preferably in a local government setting
• A current driver's license (minimum Medium rigid) and the ability to operate plant and equipment safely
• Excellent communication and attention to detail
• Certificates in forklift, front-end loader, and/or backhoe (preferred)
• Valid Victorian traffic control and management certification (desirable)

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

We look forward to hearing from you!

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Alexander Worledge, Coordinator Civil maintenance operations, at Alexander.Worledge@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for us?

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.