A varied and challenging role, for an existing GRC employee looking to take on a development opportunity within the Construction Team Competitive annual salary commencing at $69,102, p lus up to 13% superannuation Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO Leading Hand - Construction Concrete x 2 - Internal Only, Development Opportunity Remuneration: A nnual salary commencing at $69,102 , plus up to 13% superannuation & progressing to $72,692 after training and performance reviews. Closing Date: Sunday 6th October 2024 at 11.00pm AEST No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Role Overview Gympie Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for an existing GRC employee who is looking for a development opportunity and to take the next step in their career. The Leading hand works under remote supervision and is responsible for providing high level support to the Supervisor through the coordination and supervision of daily activities of work crews whilst performing construction and maintenance tasks. Essential Knowledge & Skills: Demonstrated ability to perform work at trade or equivalent level under remote supervision. Ability to operate and maintain plant and equipment consistent with competencies held. Capacity to perform physical labouring tasks. Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate and coordinate a team to complete daily jobs within a work environment of high complexity. (BSBWOR502) Demonstrated ability to manage time, set priorities and plan works in an environment of changing priorities and competing demands. (BSBWOR404) Sound numeracy, written and verbal communication skills. Thorough knowledge of workplace health and safety considerations relevant to the area and proven ability to limit risks in this type of environment. (BSBWHS401/RIIRIS301D) Ability to ensure all work is performed to meet legislative requirements and responsibilities of Council. Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence that is current and maintained General construction induction (white/blue card). Possession of a Trade Certificate (Certificate III) and completion of RIISS00002 – Skill Set Leading Hand or willingness to complete such qualifications Essential Requirements: Assist the Supervisor in achieving quality, safety and environmental outcomes for civil construction and maintenance activities. Implement and monitor policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements and ensure safety of all employees, contractors and members of the public. Complete risk assessments and follow established work procedures. Promptly raise issues with immediate Supervisor. Plan own work, and work of assigned staff to achieve task completion through efficient use of available plant, machinery and human resources. Supervise the daily work of the crew while establishing and maintaining an environment which encourages teamwork. Guide and assist trainees. Perform general labouring and operate plant for which the holder is licensed Ensure plant, tools and equipment is maintained in good order and in accordance with the operator’s manual, council’s procedures and best practice. Accurately interpret plans, instructions and specifications. Use judgement and experience gained within the trade to solve problems on the job. Implement traffic control schemes when required. Position Description For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. Who to Contact For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Coordinator Construction & Major Projects, Rob Halling via email robert.hallinggympie.qld.gov.au For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossigympie.qld.gov.au You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment. Our Process Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police. Keen to apply - Simply visit SharePoint It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question. Applications close on Sunday 6th October 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.