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.
About the role
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 Entitlementsto support your personal and family needs
Fitness Passportto Stay active and healthy
Training & Developmentto expand your skills
Employee Assistance Programfor confidential support services
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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***
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being aflexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplacewhere 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 aChild Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
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