Backhoe Plant Operator (Permanent) - Build Roads & Drainage

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent Full-Time Position

Community Impact

9 day fortnight roster

Up to 18% superannuation

Leave options: 4 or 5 weeks + 17.5% L-

Salary sacrificing options

Lifestyle benefits program including 


Study/career development programs

Employee Assistance Program

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Active social clubs

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Plant Operator – Backhoe for the Mirani Depot on a permanent full-time basis. You will help maintain and construct roads and drainage assets, operating a backhoe under supervision and contributing to civil projects with a focus on quality and safety.

The role offers a base salary plus up to 18% superannuation, with a 9-day fortnight roster and opportunities for career development and benefits programs.

Qualifications

• White Card required for works on civil sites.
• HR (Heavy Rigid) Licence or willingness to obtain within 12 months.
• Traffic Control Ticket is desirable.
• Certificate of Competency to Operate Road Construction Plant (backhoe) required.
• QLD C Class Drivers Licence or interstate equivalent.
• Experience in road and drainage construction/maintenance.
• Extensive experience operating road construction plant.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and construct roads, drainage and civil infrastructure.
• Operate backhoe and related road construction plant under supervision.
• Adhere to safety policies and project quality standards.

Skills

White Card

HR Licence

Traffic Control Ticket

Backhoe Certification

Road Construction Experience

Job description

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Plant Operator – Backhoe for the Mirani Depot on a permanent full-time basis. You will help maintain and construct roads and drainage assets, operating a backhoe under supervision and contributing to civil projects with a focus on quality and safety.

The role offers a base salary plus up to 18% superannuation, with a 9-day fortnight roster and opportunities for career development and benefits programs.