The position of Support Officer, Depot Maintenance and Operations, is a dynamic and multifaceted role that encompasses a broad range of responsibilities and provides essential support to the Depot Operations Team Leaders and the wider Council as required.
This role primarily focuses on delivering a high standard of customer service and providing timely, informed advice, while also driving operational efficiencies across the Depot to ensure that the Council's standards are upheld and compliance with WCC policies and procedures is consistently maintained.
The successful candidate will collaborate extensively across various departments within the Council and will be required to establish and nurture professional relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including representatives from sporting clubs, kindergartens, and contractors, as necessary.
To be successful in this position you will have:
1. Demonstrated skills in problem solving and understanding of where to seek advice for challenging tasks delegated by others.
2. Relevant experience building maintenance, playground maintenance and inspection works, and other built asset maintenance
3. Understanding of OH&S legislation, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPS) and other work related policies
4. Experience and ability to work positively with community groups, students Council staff, volunteers, user groups, contractors and general public Well-developed oral and written communication skills
The Benefits
This is a permanent full time position, with a starting salary of $70,298 per annum (inclusive of industry allowance) dependant on demonstrated skills and experience + superannuation.
Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:
• Monthly Rostered Day Off
• Ongoing training and development
• Discount to Council owned facilities
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long service leave (pro-rata) after 7 years
To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ on the Warrnambool City Council website and submit your Resume and Cover Letter only.
Questions
If after reading the position description you have further questions please contact Shane Stenhouse, Team Leader Parks Garden & Environment, on 03 5559 4663 or [email protected].
Applications close: 5.00pm Friday 21 March 2025.
Please note, that all prospective Warrnambool City Council employees will be required to undertake a medical assessment. Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which include reference checks and a criminal history check.
Warrnambool City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity and inclusion. If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant, or if you have a disability, we encourage you to apply. If you require advice and support during the recruitment process please contact us on the following details: (03) 5559 4800 or [email protected]
To view current vacancies visit www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/careers
For details on how to submit your application refer to
www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/how-submit-your-application
