Civil Maintenance Officer - Plant Operator & Asphalt

Randstad; Geelong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent hours

Outdoor work environment

Strong safety culture

Job summary

Randstad is seeking a Civil Maintenance Officer to join a public sector civil infrastructure team in Torquay, VIC. The role focuses on operating heavy plant, delivering asphalt maintenance programs, and maintaining municipal roads and drainage to high safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have civil works experience, plant competency with equipment like Flocon units and front-end loaders, and the ability to perform daily reporting and site risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil works, asphalt laying, and road maintenance.
• Ability to read civil plans and perform basic measurements.
• Proven record of safe plant operation and reporting of defects.

Responsibilities

• Operate civil plant and heavy vehicles safely (up to 45T).
• Execute road and footpath maintenance including asphalt work.
• Conduct daily checks, lubrication, and logbook updates.
• Adhere to SWMS, assess site risk, and maintain quality control.
• Complete timesheets, logs and incident reports daily.
• Support team mates and assist trades as needed.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Road maintenance

Pre-start checks

Safety compliance

Reading civil plans

Tools

Flocon

Front-end Loader

Backhoe

Heavy trucks

Job description

Civil Maintenance Officer - Plant Operator & Asphalt

Civil Maintenance Officer - Plant Operator & Asphalt

Location: Torquay, VIC

Sector: Public Sector / Local Government

Work Type: Full-Time Short Term Contract (current role till end of October)

• Location: Torquay, VIC

• Sector: Public Sector / Local Government

• Work Type: Full-Time Short Term Contract (current role till end of October)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Civil Maintenance Officer to join our public sector client's civil infrastructure team. Working as part of an active field crew, you will be responsible for operating heavy plant, delivering asphalt maintenance programs, and maintaining municipal road and drainage assets to high quality and safety standards.

This is a practical, hands-on role suited to a skilled operator with strong civil background who takes pride in maintaining public infrastructure for the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant & Equipment Operation: Safely operate assigned civil plant and heavy vehicles including Flocon units, front-end loaders, backhoes, and heavy trucks (up to 45T).

• Civil & Asphalt Maintenance: Execute road and footpath maintenance, including asphalt laying, patching, compaction, and general civil asset repairs.

• Routine Machinery Maintenance: Perform daily pre-start checks, lubrication, logbook updates, and prompt reporting of mechanical defects to minimize operational delays.

• WHS & Risk Management: Review and adhere to Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), conduct site risk assessments prior to tasks, and ensure all work complies with workplace safety standards.

• Record Keeping: Complete accurate daily timesheets, work logs, incident reports, and database entries required for infrastructure operations.

• Teamwork & On-the-Job Support: Work collaboratively within the civil crew, providing guidance to team members and assisting tradespersons and maintenance personnel as needed.

Key Requirements

Mandatory:

• Driver's Licence: Current valid Driver's Licence with relevant heavy vehicle/plant endorsements (e.g., HR/HC licence).

• Civil Experience: Demonstrated experience in civil works, specifically asphalt laying, compaction, and road maintenance.

• Plant Competency: Proven ability to safely operate a range of heavy civil plant and machinery (Flocon, loaders, backhoes, trucks).

• Safety & Compliance: Thorough understanding of WHS procedures, risk management, SWMS implementation, and basic quality control techniques.

• Technical Skills: Ability to read maps and civil plans, perform basic measurements, and complete daily administrative reporting.

• Pre-Employment Checks: Ability to pass a National Police Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Desirable:

• Experience in a similar civil maintenance or plant operator role.
• Prior experience working within a local government or municipal infrastructure environment.

What's on Offer

• Consistent hours with a structured public sector operations team.
• Dynamic outdoor work environment utilizing modern civil plant and equipment.
• Strong safety-first workplace culture with structured team support.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.