- Regular hours and job security
- Receive ongoing training and tickets/licences
- Employer of Choice | RDO every 3 weeks
About Us
City of Ryde, just 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD, is a place of unique lifestyle and opportunity. It is home to an engaged and culturally diverse community of around 130,000 people, and a strong and growing Smart City economy including more than 13,000 local businesses, Macquarie Park, world-class hospitals, and a leading university. All balanced with beautiful bushland, riverfront parks, open spaces, and sport facilities.
Our council delivers a broad range of services, projects, programs, and events. We are actively committed to innovation, sustainability, resilience and providing exceptional customer experiences, and this relies on attracting and keeping great people. We are a recognised Employer of Choice (Australian Business Awards 2022) and offer a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing programs, a learning and development program including study support, and a reward and recognition program.
About the Role
As a Labourer in one of our Civil Infrastructure teams you will undertake a range of civil works construction and maintenance projects across the Ryde local government area specifically relating to landscape, road, footpath and drainage works.
About You
You're an energetic and reliable team member with demonstrated experience in labouring in a civil construction environment. You have a keen eye for detail with a proven skills and experience in formwork, concreting, drainage, kerb and guttering. In addition you will also have:
- Relevant demonstrated experience in civil or landscape construction
- WHS General Induction Certificate (White Card)
- Competent in use of civil and landscape construction related plant and equipment
- Experience with setting levels and string lines
- Demonstrated experience in the use of small plant and equipment in a safe and effective manner
- Able to work effectively as part of a small team and without close supervision
Culture & Benefits
- Commitment to providing opportunities for work/life balance
- Hybrid work from home and office arrangements are available for eligible positions
- Enjoy a rostered day off approx. every 3 weeks
- Long service leave after 5 years, then accrued monthly
- 18 weeks paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- 3 extra grant days at Christmas to ensure you have time to enjoy the holiday
- Annual performance reviews and Award increases
- Opportunity to sign up as a fitness passport member
- Various health & well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, etc.)
How to apply
Please ensure you give full answers to the online application questions, showcasing your abilities and experience. Your answers, in conjunction with your resume, will determine if you are invited to an interview.
Please note you do not need a "password" to use our on-line application system, however you have the option save and return to your application prior to the closing date. In addition to answering the online questions, this position requires you to attach your Resume to complete the application process. Please note, you are not required to submit a cover letter or a statement addressing selection criteria.
Closing Date: Sunday 22 September 2024 at 11:30pm
If you would like to know more, please see the Position Description or call Wayne Ramsden on (+61) 401568142 for a confidential discussion.
City of Ryde is committed to Equal Employment and Child Safety