General Hand Works and Services Casual NEW

About the role

The General Hand role provides support across the Works & Services team, which includes the waste facility, parks & gardens and outdoor works. You will be adaptable to the needs of crews as seasonal demands require. This role will see you utilise a range of skills across functions, operate a variety of machinery and ensure teams stay safe and efficient. If you show you have the aptitude for the work, there is the possibility of full-time roles.

Key responsibilities

Maintenance of Shire parks, gardens and reserves
Provide traffic management support for projects and ongoing road maintenance
Operate the sweeper as required, clearing all footpaths of debris
Report any mechanical faults to the Shire’s Fleet Mechanic
Assist in the construction and maintenance of all civil works conducted by the Shire
Attend the gate at the Shire’s waste management facility
Undertake refuse collection
Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and Council policies
Report all accidents, incidents and hazards
Conduct risk assessments and job safety analyses prior to commencing tasks
About you

Previous experience in one area of waste management, road construction and maintenance or parks and gardens (essential)
Effective written and verbal communication skills (essential)
Physically capable of carrying out the inherent requirements of the role (essential)
Previous plant/machine operation experience (essential)
Demonstrated knowledge of Work Health & Safety in the workplace (essential)
Strong commitment to customer service (essential)
Class C drivers licence (essential)
Competent operation of all minor equipment such as tractors, chipper, chain-saw, brush cutter and other relevant equipment
Basic horticultural skills including plant identification
Sound knowledge of chemical storage, handling and application
HR Licence (desirable)
Chainsaw Certificate
Various operator tickets (desirable), such as Grader, Forklift, Loader
Basic Worksite Traffic Management (BWTM)
First Aid Certificate
About us

The Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes values innovation, collaboration and community. We live our values: Welcoming – We foster inclusion and approachability; Community Minded – We work collaboratively with and for our people; Creative – We seek better ways through innovation; Sustainable – We consider the future in every decision; Cost-Effective & Accountable – We ensure value for our community.

Benefits

50% membership discount at the Bridgetown Leisure Centre
12% Superannuation plus 3% when an employee contributes 5%
Competitive hourly rates
Training & development to provide certification and tickets for certain role requirements

Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years’ experience do you have as a general hand?

How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Have you completed a qualification in horticulture?