Range Operator

The Role

Ventia are currently seeking Range Handy Person to join our Defence Base Services contract. Reporting to the Range Supervisor, this role will see you based at Bindoon Training Area to provide range services in exclusion zones during live range activities. You will also be responsible for land management duties including mowing, tree removal and reactive firefighting when required.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to work outdoors in the fresh air and be exposed to the workings of a Defence Training Facility.

The role is a full-time permanent position, offering 38 hours of work per week with overtime opportunities. Your workdays will be over a 7-day period (Monday – Sunday) and will be scheduled in advanced around the planned activities of the Australia Defence Force. The pay rate for this position is $32.33 per hour, plus super with overtime available.

To be considered for this position, you must be an Australian Citizen and willing to undergo a police check.

Benefits

• Work outdoors in fresh air
• Training & upskilling provided
• Overtime & RDO’s available
• Uniform, Safety Boots, & Firefighting PPE provided
• Work around Defence Military Training programs

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure Red Flags / Red Lights are positioned correctly
• Preparation of ranges along with providing assistance to range users and customers
• Undertake groundskeeping and facilities maintenance activities including; grass cutting, tree removal, weed spraying, fence / gate repairs and other tasks
• Manufacture and repair range targets
• Initial response to minor bush firefighting activities when required

Requirements

• Current Driver’s Licence – HR License is highly regarded
• Experience in Range Training Areas or Land Management environments – Highly regarded

The Company

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply for job’ button on this page.

For internal applicants, it is an expectation that you will inform your manager of an application if you have been in your current position for less than 12 months; please seek their permission prior to applying.

If you have any questions about this role, please reach out via: trudy.mcgregor@ventia.com.

Position Reference Number: 160596
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