Traffic Facilities Officer

Re-advertised: Previous applicants need not apply

About us

Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of almost 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come.

It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region.

Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park.

Your next opportunity

As our Traffic Facilities Officer, you will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of Council’s signs, guideposts and traffic counters, setting out line marking for roads, ordering materials, following standards, operation of plant and equipment, and acting as relief store person. You will complete general construction and maintenance duties, including labouring associated with Council’s infrastructure.

To be successful, you will have experience in the road maintenance and construction industry with a passion for safety and quality.

Essential criteria include (full criteria in Position Description below):

• Class C Driver Licence
• Qualifications in Traffic Control, including Implement Traffic Control Plans
• Experience in the install and maintenance of signs and other roadside furnishings and markings
• Sound knowledge of relevant signage standards and installation requirements
• Sound interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Computer skills

On-the-job training includes:

• White Card
• Class MR (or higher) Driver Licence
• Working Near Overhead Powerlines Qualifications
• First Aid Qualification
• Chainsaw Operations
• Forklift Operation
• Procurement Operations
• Qualifications for other plant and equipment

Be rewarded

The salary offered is in the range of $64,000 to $72,000 per annum (inclusive of Superannuation) plus allowances, dependent upon competency level and in accordance with Council’s Salary Policy.
This position is being offered on a permanent, full-time basis with the benefit of a 38-hour, 4-day working week, ongoing training and professional development, with most team members working between 6:30 AM and 4:30 PM.

Other Council benefits:

• Ongoing opportunities for professional development: We have annual assessments for all Council employees to put plans in place for training and career progression so that you can broaden your horizons during your time with us
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10

How to apply

Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council.

You can apply now using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button.

To submit your application, please follow the below steps:

1. Fill out the required personal details and online questions below
2. Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, licences)
3. Review your application and select Confirm

What happens next?

You will receive an automated acknowledgement email once you have submitted your application. We will be in touch once we have reviewed all applications.

Please be aware that Council is required to complete pre-employment checks on recommended candidates prior to an offer of employment. These may include: reference checks, pre-employment medical assessment, criminal history check and/or psychometric assessment.

For further information, please contact: Nigel Atkins, Works Manager on (02) 4995 7777

Click here to download the Position Description