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Lockhart Shire Council

Lockhart Shire nestles in the heart of the Riverina and is one of the regions most productive agricultural and pastoral areas. Of strong pioneering heritage and steeped in history, Lockhart Shire’s main towns and villages include Lockhart, The Rock, Yerong Creek, Pleasant Hills and Milbrulong. Each community has its own unique character and history, and the Shire offers visitors a relaxed country atmosphere steeped in history.

Lockhart is centrally situated 62km southwest of Wagga Wagga, 62km east of Narrandera and 105km north of Albury. The Rock is on the Olympic Highway 25km south of Wagga Wagga with Yerong Creek another 15km down the highway. (info from https://lockhart.nsw.gov.au/)

Towns & Villages:

Lockhart, The Rock, Yerong Creek, Pleasant Hills, Milbrulong.

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Lockhart Shire Council

Wagga Wagga

Liveability

Weather

33.1
°C

Average Summer Max

15.4
°C

Average Winter Max

17.3
°C

Average Summer Min

3.6
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

3,365

Population

47.6

Median Age

Housing

$330k

Median House Price

Sales Quarter - SEP 22

$325

Median Rent Price

Rent Quarter - MAR 23

Distance to Cities

sydney

521km

Distance

5h 37m

Drive Time

Canberra

306km

Distance

3h 35m

Drive Time

Melbourne

401km

Distance

4h 22m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

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Industries & Opportunities

Main Industries

  • Healthcare
  • Agriculture
  • Retail

Transport

  • Matt Gleeson Transport
  • Burkinshaws Transport
  • Hannons Transport
  • Quillo Transport and Hire
  • Millers Buses

Manufacturing

  • MWS Fabrication
  • Wedoo Signs

Primary Employers

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Parks & Gardens Groundsperson
Directorate Engineering & Environmental Services Grade 6 Employment Type Full Time Reports to Team Leader / Manager Parks and Gardens Staff Supervision Occasionally 1-3 Position Summary This position will be engaged primarily in maintaining and improving the appearance of parks, gardens, reserves, cemeteries, streets, and trees controlled by Lockhart Shire Council. This position holder may also be called upon to utilise their skills in other areas as required. The position hours are 76 hours / 9-day fortnight. Key Responsibilities Ensure safe working site(s). Administration and submission of timesheets, plant hire sheets, water, and gravel sheets. Ensure plant is checked and operated in accordance with the Manufacturer’s operating instructions and maintained in proper and safe working order. Provide well maintained parks, gardens, streetscapes, reserves and cemeteries through accepted horticultural practices. Establish and maintain trees through accepted horticultural practices. Supervision of employees. Maintain parks and gardens equipment, shed and materials storage area. Liaise with Storeperson for ordering of stores. Erection and maintenance of playground equipment and park furniture. Maintain and ensure cleanliness and tidiness of urban and approaches. Maintain the Sewerage Treatment Plant. Work Health and Safety (WHS) All employees have an obligation to: work with due care and consideration to safeguard their own health and safety and the health and safety of others, and report any potential hazards, accidents/incidents and near misses that may occur, or they become aware of during the course of their work to their Manager/Supervisor have an understanding of the WHS requirements associated with their employment, and related legislation within scope of their position description complete and understand the relevant Safe Work Method Statements and Safe Operating Procedures required in their position with Council use and maintain all safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with relevant standards Have an understanding of WHS and related legislation within the scope of their position description Ethical Behaviour Staff are required to comply with the Council’s adopted Code of Conduct In this regard employees are required to: Carry out their responsibilities with professionalism, objectivity and integrity and in the best interests of the community Efficiently and effectively serve the Council. Maintain the confidentiality of information received in the course of their duties. Observe fairness and equity in all official dealings with the public and with other Council employees Avoid real or apparent conflicts of interest. Position Criteria Essential Selection Criteria Qualifications, Certificates and Licences School Certificate Certificate in Horticulture or related discipline, i.e., parks and gardens, landscaping, tree surgery. Driving Licence Class C Chainsaw Operators and Safety Certificate The Farm Chemical Users Course Certificate Induction Training for Construction Workers Certificate Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Two (2) years relevant work experience. Desirable Selection Criteria Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Previous experience within a Local Government environment Qualifications, Certificates and Licences Traffic Control Front End Loader Driver Certificate of Competence Back-Hoe Operator Certificate of Competence First Aid Certificate Driving Licence Class MR Equal Employment Opportunity Lockhart Shire Council is committed to the development and implementation of its Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan which is designed to develop a more creative and skilled workforce to provide better services to the community. Councils Policy, Guidelines and Procedures Employees are required to comply with Council Policies, Management Guidelines and Procedures. Disclaimer This document reflects the major elements and responsibilities of this position and is not designed to be prescriptive in nature. Employees can therefore expect to undertake other duties in addition to those identified.  Employees are also required to align their behaviours with our workplace principles.
Thu, 08 Feb
Lockhart, 2656, NSW
Labourer
Directorate Engineering & Environmental Services Grade 2 Employment Type Full Time Reports to Works Supervisor Staff Supervision Nil Position Summary To assist in the construction and maintenance of Council’s infrastructure and any other duties called upon to utilise skills in other areas as required. Key Responsibilities Assist in ensuring safe working site(s). Traffic Control Check and install roadside furnishings, e.g., signs, guideposts and guardrails. Administration and submission of timesheets, plant hire sheets, MMS sheets, water, and gravel sheets as appropriate. Assist in installing culverts. Assist in concreting work including preparation and finishing. Assist in bitumen patching. Operate minor items of plant. Operate major items of plant as required. Other duties as required. Work Health and Safety (WHS) All employees have an obligation to: work with due care and consideration to safeguard their own health and safety and the health and safety of others, and report any potential hazards, accidents/incidents and near misses that may occur, or they become aware of during the course of their work to their Manager/Supervisor have an understanding of the WHS requirements associated with their employment, and related legislation within scope of their position description complete and understand the relevant Safe Work Method Statements and Safe Operating Procedures required in their position with Council use and maintain all safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with relevant standards. Have an understanding of WHS and related legislation within the scope of their position description Ethical Behaviour Staff are required to comply with the Council’s adopted Code of Conduct In this regard employees are required to: Carry out their responsibilities with professionalism, objectivity, and integrity and in the best interests of the community Efficiently and effectively serve the Council Maintain the confidentiality of information received in the course of their duties Observe fairness and equity in all official dealings with the public and with other Council employees Avoid real or apparent conflicts of interest Position Criteria Essential Selection Criteria Qualifications, Certificates and Licences School Certificate (minimum) Driver Licence – Current Class C or applicable Provisional P1 or P2 White Card (General Construction Induction Card) Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Nil Desirable Selection Criteria Experience, Skills and Knowledge Six (6) months relevant work experience labouring or working in the construction industry. Qualifications, Certificates and Licences High School Certificate First Aid Certificate NSW Class MR Drivers Licence Traffic Control Certificate Backhoe/Loader Operator’s Certificate of Competence Equal Employment Opportunity Lockhart Shire Council is committed to the development and implementation of its Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan which is designed to develop a more creative and skilled workforce to provide better services to the community. Councils Policy, Guidelines and Procedures Employees are required to comply with Council Policies, Management Guidelines and Procedures. Disclaimer This document reflects the major elements and responsibilities of this position and is not designed to be prescriptive in nature. Employees can therefore expect to undertake other duties in addition to those identified.  Employees are also required to align their behaviours with our workplace principles.
Thu, 08 Feb
Lockhart, 2656, NSW
Works Supervisor
Directorate Engineering & Environmental Services Grade 16 Employment Type Full Time Reports to Manager of Works Staff Supervision 11-20 Position Summary The objective of this position is for the effective maintenance and construction of Council roads, streets, drainage, urban and rural infrastructure. This position is at 76 hours per fortnight / nine (9) day fortnight, as follows: Commencement time:      6.45am Finish time:                       4.00pm Lunch break:                     45 minutes This position provides a Council vehicle, for operational use only. This position provides a Council mobile telephone, for operational use only. Key Responsibilities Coordinate personnel and resources for the carrying out of planned works. Communicate with employees – liaise with Manager of Works with any issues. Supervise, control and manage Works (and advise Manager of Works appropriately). Supervise employees and contractors. Consult with immediate Supervisor and report on activities. Liaise with other Supervisors, departments and the Public. Follow Council’s Traffic Control practice and procedures. Supervise and manage Works crews, including labour, plant and materials and advise manager of Works appropriately. Conduct regular inspections and/or drive-throughs of roads and culverts. Identify areas that need attention. Supervise and manage kerbside pick-up program. Liaise with Manager of Works in regard to private works being undertaken. Production Manager of Quarries - when required as an alternative/second person). Assist in the documenting of project completion. Work Health and Safety (WHS) All employees have an obligation to: work with due care and consideration to safeguard their own health and safety and the health and safety of others, and report any potential hazards, accidents/incidents and near misses that may occur or they become aware of during the course of their work to their Manager/Supervisor have an understanding of the WHS requirements associated with their employment, and related legislation within scope of their position description complete and understand the relevant Safe Work Method Statements and Safe Operating Procedures required in their position with Council use and maintain all safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with relevant standards Have an understanding of WHS and related legislation within the scope of their position description Ethical Behaviour Staff are required to comply with the Council’s adopted Code of Conduct In this regard employees are required to: Carry out their responsibilities with professionalism, objectivity, and integrity and in the best interests of the community Efficiently and effectively serve the Council. Maintain the confidentiality of information received in the course of their duties. Observe fairness and equity in all official dealings with the public and with other Council employees. Avoid real or apparent conflicts of interest. Position Criteria Essential Selection Criteria Qualifications, Certificates and Licences At least School Certificate. NSW Driving Licence Class C or equivalent. Construction Certificate (White Card) Traffic Controller’s Certificate Implement Traffic Control Plans Certificate Prepare Work Zone Traffic Management Plans Certificate First Aid Certificate. Experience, Skills and Knowledge Authority and accountability At least five (5) years relevant work experience. Demonstrated ability to work within a budget. make decisions in accordance with practices, procedures and precedent, or in consultation with the immediate supervisor and to plan the co-ordination of activities and works scheduling. Demonstrate knowledge of the structure, functions and processes of the Engineering Department to competently complete the tasks required and to make decisions that affect the work and activities of others within the department. Judgement and problem solving Demonstrate the ability to: solve problems by applying standards/established practices and procedures or operating instructions. Make judgements and interpretations by analysing information and straightforward situations. Improve and develop work methods and techniques. Specialist Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated, thorough understanding and competence in the following knowledge areas in order to solve day to day problems: articulated vehicle driving. construction planning. construction plant operation (dozer, excavation, grader, rollers, loaders, trucks, etc). levels/string lines and work layout. mechanical sweeper operation. plan/diagrammatic interpretation. record keeping (eg. timekeeping, expenditure, logs, etc.). traffic control and worksite traffic plans. worksite/SafeWork WHS requirements. Management Skills Demonstrated ability to: effectively supervise small teams of up to nine (9) personnel directly and between 18 and 25 indirectly. offer recommendations regarding: evaluating performance coaching and advising identifying training needs handling employee complaints approval of leave disciplinary action make final decisions in assigning work activities. initiate action regarding: authorisation of timesheets, plant hire and weekly work sheets hire of plant co-ordinate and communicate with other workers and supervisors to gain co-operation for work production or service quality. effectively supervise between 1 and 5 contractors (but no contract management responsibility). Interpersonal Skills: Formal contacts and significance Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in performing the following activities: exchange/ explain information. explaining situations participating in meetings/group discussions conducting meetings/lead group discussions advice, recommend and counsel. train one to one Interact with the following groups or individuals on a regular basis for the purpose of: Internal to Council Providing or obtaining information for/from Engineering Department Supervisors. Providing advice or recommendations to Engineering Department Supervisors and other council employees. External to Council Providing or obtaining information for/from Government departments or employees, contractors and community organisations members of the public/residents. Desirable Selection Criteria Experience, Skills and Knowledge   Ten (10) years relevant work experience. Superintendent Certificate / Certificate IV Frontline Management. Qualifications, Certificates and Licences Driving Licence – MR / HR Equal Employment Opportunity Lockhart Shire Council is committed to the development and implementation of its Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan which is designed to develop a more creative and skilled workforce to provide better services to the community. Councils Policy, Guidelines and Procedures Employees are required to comply with Council Policies, Management Guidelines and Procedures. Disclaimer This document reflects the major elements and responsibilities of this position and is not designed to be prescriptive in nature. Employees can therefore expect to undertake other duties in addition to those identified.  Employees are also required to align their behaviours with our workplace principles.
Thu, 08 Feb
Lockhart, 2656, NSW
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History

Lockhart is a town in the Riverina Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is the location of the Lockhart Shire Council offices. At the 2016 census, Lockhart had a population of 818 people.

Lockhart was named after C.G.N. Lockhart – a commissioner for Crown Lands in the Murrumbidgee River area in the 1850s. It was originally known as Greens Gunyah, and renamed Lockhart in 1897. Greens Gunyah was so named because a Mr Green was the earliest settler and had a grog shop on the Urana–Wagga Wagga stagecoach route.

(Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lockhart,_New_South_Wales)

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Recreation & Arts

"Lockhart Shire has sports for every season. Football, tennis, cricket, squash, netball, cycling, mountain biking, bowling, athletics, abseiling, rock climbing, hang gliding, swimming pools, golf, fishing, horse riding and more."

(Source: https://lockhart.nsw.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/New-Residents-Kit-Welcome-to-Lockhart-Shire.pdf)

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