Maintenance Worker North

Role overview

The Rural City of Wangaratta is hiring three proactive Maintenance Workers to join its Roads Team in Wangaratta, Victoria. This is a permanent full-time role offering $65,884 per year plus superannuation, with a 9-day fortnight. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, working outdoors, and helping maintain safe and accessible local infrastructure.

Key duties

• Support the upkeep and improvement of sealed roads and related local infrastructure.
• Use machinery and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Work closely with team members to achieve quality results.
• Contribute to a safer and more accessible community through hands-on maintenance work.

What the council is seeking

The preferred candidate will bring prior exposure to civil construction or road maintenance, although this is not essential. Applicants should ideally have relevant licences or tickets such as a truck licence or plant operation credentials, along with a basic understanding of workplace safety. A dependable work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude are also important.

Benefits and workplace culture

• Join a supportive, friendly, and inclusive team environment.
• Access training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy a role that supports work-life balance, including a 9-day fortnight.
• Take advantage of employee wellbeing initiatives such as flu vaccinations and discounted gym memberships.
• Additional employment benefits include paid parental leave and a Christmas closedown period.

Additional information

The employer is a child safe and equal opportunity organisation. Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For roles involving children, referees should be able to speak to the applicant’s experience working with children. A valid Working with Children Check is required for such roles, and all positions require a National Criminal History Check.

How to apply

Applicants should provide a brief cover letter describing their interest, an up-to-date resume with at least two referees, and a separate document that addresses each Key Selection Criteria heading. Applications close at 3:00 pm on Monday, 13 July 2026. Enquiries about the role may be directed to John Barnard, Works Supervisor North.

Contact

John Barnard - Works Supervisor North

Email: J.Barnard@wangaratta.vic.gov.au