At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage bitumen patching for road construction and maintenance in Bathurst's rural areas.
- Company: Join Bathurst Regional Council, a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy work/life balance with rostered days off and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Opportunities for training and development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on local infrastructure while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must hold a NSW Class MR Driver’s Licence and have experience with bitumen products.
The predicted salary is between 64200 - 67600 $ per year.
As Bitumen Maintenance Ganger you will be required to undertake and be responsible for bitumen patching duties associated with Council’s road construction and maintenance activities within the rural areas of the Bathurst region. You will hold a current NSW Class MR Driver’s Licence, as a minimum (HR would be desirable), and have knowledge and experience in the operation of minor plant associated with road construction and maintenance particularly bitumen related activities. Experience with bitumen products whilst working in the road maintenance and construction industry are also key requirements.
Key Requirements
- Possess a current NSW Class HR Driver's Licence as a minimum.
- Possess a General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
- Possess Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control Plans SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Work Training Card.
- Sound knowledge and experience in the handling of bitumen products and bitumen maintenance practices and procedures.
- Sound experience and knowledge in the supervision, coordination, and management of staff.
- Adequate numeracy and literacy skills to fulfil the requirements of the position.
- Experience in completing standard forms.
What We Can Offer
- Work/Life Balance - enjoy a rostered day off every second week to recharge and reset.
- Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs.
- Fitness Passport to stay active and healthy.
- Training & Development to expand your skills.
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services.
This position requires a pre-employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.
Salary: $1,237.70 to $1,300.25 per week + super.
Position Status: Permanent full-time.
Hours of work: 38 hours per week Monday to Friday 7.00am to 3.57pm with an RDO every second week - Required to be available for periodic weekend on-call roster.
Application closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026, at 11.30pm.
Contact Officer: Works Manager - Chris Schumacher - 02 6333 6***.
Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
Bitumen Maintenance Ganger in Bathurst employer: Bathurst Regional Council
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