Depot Services Officer
Ballina, New South Wales, Australia · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- AUD 59,300 – AUD 68,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Candidates with depot, facilities or similar operational experience who can perform physical labour, communicate well, use standard office software and either hold or be willing to obtain a forklift ticket.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the Organisation
Ballina Shire Council serves a lively coastal community on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, about 20 minutes from Byron Bay and roughly an hour from the Gold Coast. The area is known for its tourism appeal, featuring clean beaches, rainforest escapes and scenic hinterland locations. This role offers the chance to build a career while enjoying a coastal lifestyle.
About the Role
Council is seeking a proactive and service-focused person with a strong commitment to safety to join its Facilities Management team. The Depot Services Officer is responsible for helping maintain depot buildings, grounds and amenities so that operations remain secure, efficient, well kept and safe.
A major part of the position is contributing to a safe workplace across Council depot sites while providing quality service to Council staff, contractors and visitors.
What You Will Bring
- A work style that reflects Council’s values of creativity, accessibility, respect, energy and safety.
- Hands-on experience in a depot or a similar operational environment.
- Willingness and ability to carry out physically demanding labouring work.
- Strong communication skills and a genuine customer service approach.
- Ability to work effectively on your own as well as cooperatively within a team.
- Good computer skills, including confidence using Microsoft 365 and other business systems.
- A current forklift licence, or the willingness to obtain one.
Rewards and Benefits
- Annual salary between $59,300 and $68,000, plus 12% superannuation, depending on experience and skills.
- Flexible working options designed to support work-life balance, including a rostered day off arrangement such as a 9-day fortnight or 4-day week.
- Stable employment within a supportive, values-led workplace.
- Access to health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport options.
- Work that contributes meaningfully to the sustainability and liveability of the region.
- Uniform and personal protective equipment supplied.
- An inclusive environment where diversity is respected and all employees are valued.
- Strong emphasis on employee safety and wellbeing.
- Generous employment conditions under the relevant award.
Application Information
Applications close at 11:30 pm on Wednesday, 15 July 2026.
For specific questions about the role, contact Daniel Bryant, Coordinator Depot and Workshop, on 02 6686 1246.
How to Apply
Applicants should prepare a resume before starting the online application. All questions in the form must be completed, after which supporting documents can be uploaded if needed. Review the application carefully before confirming submission.
Note that saved but unsubmitted applications may remain visible to Council, and applicants must use their own email address rather than one previously used by another person applying to Council.