Grader Operator

Our aspiration is driven by an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of services we provide to our diverse and spirited community. Since the 2022 flood events, Council has continued to showcase our collective strength in partnership with the community, to lead the recovery efforts. Our journey has taken us far, and today, Lismore is starting to thrive again. It’s time for people who live, work and play in the region to enjoy and celebrate all the things we love about Lismore, to Back Lismore.

We #backlismore careers and embraces those who bring fresh perspectives and unique talents, making our journey toward greater success all the more vibrant and rewarding.

We have multiple positions available for Grader Operators to join our Roads Construction team.  The Grader Operator is a key member of the Roads and Quarry Sections within Council’s Chief Operating Office. As such this position plays a vital role in supporting the Team Leader in ensuring the efficient and effective use of plant, materials and other resources under their control and undertaking duties associated with all aspects of construction and maintenance works.

You'll be working in a permanent full time role, 76 hours per fortnight that will primarily be based at our Wyrallah Road Depot in East Lismore.

What we can offer you

• Attractive salary range from $61,126 to $70,295 plus superannuation

• Flexible work options working within operational requirements

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

What we trust you to deliver 

• Undertake sustainable work practices that align with Council’s commitment to the principles of sustainability

• Responsible for work requiring independence in the application of skills, subject to routine supervision

• Supervisory skills in the communication of instructions, training and the checking of work may be required

• Knowledge of methods and routines specific to the work of the unit or team

• Certification and/or Verification of operator competency for graders 

• WorkCover General Construction Induction Certificate

What you'll need to be successful

• Demonstrated extensive experience and ability to deliver services aligned to the business activities of the team

• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of effective high-level customer service

• Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively with peers to ensure consistency in the achievement of organisation objectives (multi-skilling, information and resource sharing)

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team fostering an environment based on teamwork and cooperation

• Extensive experience in managing workloads to comply with tight deadlines in a high-pressure work environment with a high volume of work

We list items to give you an opportunity to showcase your potential and how you can evolve and grow with us

Please review the position description and utilise your resume and application responses in the application form below to illustrate your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the position

Applications close on 9 April 2024 at 9am.

Additional details

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Andrew McColl, Coordinator Roads Construction, on 0437 657 604.

Prior to employment, a series of pre-employment evaluations may include but not limited to; health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history verification, psychometric assessments and reference checks.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We are also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly. Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process to support applicants with a disability. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact People and Culture team on 02 6625 0500 or email people@lismore.nsw.gov.au