Civil Operations Employee

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Published 17th March 2025

Civil Operations Employee
Full Time, Permanent Position
$73,238 per annum
Plus 11.5% superannuation
Additional 3% Council superannuation contribution
Estimated start May 2025.

The City of Port Lincoln is seeking a Civil Operations Employee to perform maintenance and construction duties as directed and to ensure that Council assets are maintained to Council standards.

Key Objectives Include:

  • Construction of Council infrastructure including general civil groundwork, line marking, street signage and furniture installations, installation of bollards & fencing, cleaning & patching drainage pits, basic concreting or asphalting skills, Pothole repairs and general labouring duties.
  • Undertake other general manual tasks using hand tools, including the operation of small plant items, for the minor construction and/or maintenance of assets as directed.
  • Footpath and road verge maintenance and repairs including minor construction
  • Maintenance on Jetties, boat ramps, and other coastal infrastructure
  • Painting and varnishing of Council infrastructure
  • Rubbish removal, general cleaning, and graffiti removal
  • Provide support to the Open Spaces team when required, including but not limited to mowing, pruning, and weed control or general tasks as directed
  • Strong technical skills with an ability to diagnose and repair
  • Work with external contractors and service providers
  • Assist in completing plant and equipment inspections within required timeframes
  • Conduct preventative maintenance on plant and equipment as required.
  • Actively participating in training and WHS programs as required.
  • Taking reasonable care to protect their own safety and the health and safety of others
  • Following reasonable instruction on health and safety and injury management
  • Reporting of incidents, near miss, injuries, property damage and identified hazards
  • Work in accordance with Councils policies, procedures, processes, and specifications.
  • Identify parts requirements as necessary and receipt of parts for maintenance as required
  • Assist in maintaining all Council Plant and Equipment as required

Enquiries about the role should be directed to Emily Newstead, People and Culture Officer via email jobs@plcc.sa.gov.au or telephone 08 8621 2335.

To find out more, or apply please visit Council’s Recruitment Portal: https://plcc.bamboohr.com/careers/66

Applications close 5:00pm Monday 14th April 2025

The City of Port Lincoln is an Employer of Choice, Equal Opportunity Employer and a Smoke Free Workplace