Maintenance Person jobs in Wonthaggi VIC

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Full time - Fixed term until 24 December 2026
• Band 3 - $69,095 including industry allowance + 12% superannuation + maintenance allowance
• Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm with fortnightly RDO
• Based at Foster

ABOUT YOU

Do you enjoy working outdoors? Are you looking for a hands-on role? Make a positive contribution to the South Gippsland community by working on our roads, bridges, and waterways to ensure they're safe and functional for everyone. If you are a self-motivated and reliable, you could play a key role in maintaining Council's road and infrastructure assets.

Our Infrastructure Maintenance department are looking for a new team member to join a supportive team culture with opportunities to grow.

Key responsibilities include:

• Act as a first responder to reactive maintenance requests, including tree removal, pothole repairs, stormwater pit repairs and replacements, and the installation and maintenance of road signage to ensure the safety of road users and the community.
• Undertake the maintenance of Council’s roads, bridge abutments, waterways and associated infrastructure assets in accordance with Council’s Road Management Plan, maintenance standards and service levels.
• Safely operate, inspect and maintain Council plant, tools and equipment, including completing pre-operational checks and supporting plant maintenance and replacement programs.
• Complete allocated maintenance works to the required standard, accurately record activities and traffic management requirements using mobile technology, and assist members of the public with enquiries relating to maintenance operations.
• Implement and maintain traffic management measures to ensure the safe delivery of works for staff, contractors and the public.
• Participate in emergency response activities, including responding to storm events and other incidents that impact Council infrastructure and community safety.
• Maintain flexibility to support other teams and departments across the Council depot as required, including participation in relief and backfill arrangements to ensure continuity of operations.

ABOUT US

South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.
We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.

Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.

Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
• Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
• Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
• Mentoring, coaching and secondments
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
• Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions

POSITION DESCRIPTION

CLOSING DATE

Applications close 11.59PM Thursday 9 July 2026.

CONTACT

Enquiries to: Pete Hollier, Supervisor Routine Maintenance on - 0448 403 619

NEXT STEPS

If you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application.

You will be required to address the application questions and upload your resume. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest!

For further information on our recruitment process please click here.

All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.

Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.

South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.

All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.

If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au