Council Employment Opportunities

Municipal Worker

About the role

Tasman Council is seeking a full-time Municipal Worker to join our team in Nubeena, TAS. As a Municipal Worker, you will play a vital role in maintaining the infrastructure and public spaces within our local government area. This diverse and hands-on role is crucial in ensuring our community remains clean, safe, and well-cared for.

What you’ll be doing

  • Performing a range of general maintenance tasks, including park and garden maintenance, road and minor repairs
  • Operating and maintaining various machinery and equipment, such as mowers, chainsaws, and power tools
  • Assisting with the installation and upkeep of street furniture, signage, and other infrastructure
  • Responding to customer enquiries and requests in a professional and timely manner
  • Adhering to all relevant health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
  • Collaborating with other team members to ensure efficient and effective service delivery

What we’re looking for

  • Previous experience in a similar municipal or public works role, preferably in a local government setting
  • Proficiency in the use of various hand and power tools, as well as small machinery
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of work
  • A current driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People Check
  • Experience, skills and qualifications to operate large machinery, such as heavy rigid trucks, excavator, grader etc.
  • A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to work health and safety practices

What we offer

At Tasman Council, we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth
  • Access to employee health and wellbeing programs

About us

Tasman Council is a local government authority responsible for the management and development of the Tasman Peninsula region in Tasmania. We are passionate about building a thriving and sustainable community, and we take pride in the high-quality services we provide to our residents. As an employer, we value teamwork, integrity, and a commitment to excellence, and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team.

If you’re interested in this opportunity and believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply now.

For enquiries or a copy of the Position Descriptions and Selection Criteria, please contact Lee Wilson, Corporate Services Manager, on 03 6250 9200 or lee.wilson@tasman.tas.gov.au.  Or download from Council’s website at www.tasman.tas.gov.au.

Applications addressing the Selection Criteria and enclosing a copy of current resume, should be marked ‘confidential’ and emailed to lee.wilson@tasman.tas.gov.au.  Applications close Wednesday 12 February 2025, late applications will not be accepted.

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