We are Carrathool Shire. Our communities are unique, innovative, down-to-earth, and resilient. Our community spirit is strong, and our values run deep. Our residents come from all backgrounds and walks of life, and the people that we hire do too.
Working with us gives you the chance to work with our communities and on projects or services that contribute towards improving them for current and future generations.
Job Description
Primary purpose of the position
Drive a heavy articulated truck to safely cart materials to and from the work site to effectively service the operational requirements of Council and inspect and maintain plant to maximise the time the truck is on the road.
Key accountabilities
Within the area of responsibility, this role is required to:
- Drive the heavy articulated truck in a safe and effective manner to cart material to and from the work site and to provide an effective service to Council’s operations.
- Control the loading of the truck to ensure appropriate weight distribution and that total weight is consistent with manufacturer’s specifications and RMS requirements.
- Carry out general roads maintenance as required by Overseer.
- Tip load to ensure the safety of the work team and the truck taking special caution of overhead wires and steep terrain.
- Maintain, clean and refuel the truck to ensure it is operating in a safe and efficient manner.
- Check the safe operation of all features of the truck prior to commencing work each day and diagnose mechanical problems to minimise downtime.
- Erect barricades and safety signs to protect the public whilst work is performed.
- Carry out other duties that are within the limits of the employee skills, competence and ability as required.
Compulsory requirements of the position
- The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment screening and achieve a satisfactory outcome.
- Be available for on-call rostered overtime and/or call back emergencies outside normal working hours. This position will be required to be included in the on-call roster.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential requirements
- Class HC driver’s licence.
- Proven experience in Council operations and the ability to assume the responsibilities of the position.
- Experience in road hauling of civil construction materials.
- Extensive understanding of road rules and Transport for NSW (TfNSW) regulations.
- Basic ability to maintain the truck and to identify mechanical problems.
- General Induction for Construction certificate (white card).
- Basic understanding of traffic control and public safety procedures.
Desirable requirements
- Qualifications in traffic control.
- Certificate III Civil Construction.
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