Expression of Interest - Relieving Operator

Inverell Shire Council; Inverell; Sur place; AUD 45 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working

Salary packaging

Remote area rental

Remote area mortgage

Novated leasing

Long service leave

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Inverell Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest for a Relieving Operator to support the Civil Services team. Duties include operating powered mobile plant such as loaders, graders, skid steers, and excavators, and assisting in civil construction projects like roadworks and drainage.

Inspections of infrastructure ensure safe and well-maintained facilities. Remuneration starts at $1,118.30 per week, with Adverse Working Conditions allowance and overtime where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience operating powered mobile plant in civil works.
• Knowledge of road construction, parks maintenance and stormwater drainage activities.
• Commitment to safety standards and site inspections.

Responsabilités

• Operate a variety of powered mobile plant.
• Contribute to civil construction projects (roads, parks, drainage).
• Inspect Council infrastructure to ensure safety and repair readiness.

Connaissances

Powered mobile plant operation

Civil construction awareness

Safety compliance

Formation

NSW Class C Driver Licence

NSW Class HR Licence

SafeWork NSW White Card

SafeWork NSW Traffic Controller (TCR) accreditation

Implement Traffic Control Plans (IMP) accreditation

Description du poste

Expression of Interest - Relieving Operator

• Do you have experience in civil or earthmoving plant operation and general civil works duties?
• Interested in starting a career in Local Government?
• Would you like to work for an organisation with great benefits and a supportive culture?

About the team

The Civil Services team at Council is currently welcoming expressions of interest from anyone with experience in operation of powered mobile plant within Council's Civil Engineering branch. Day to day duties include:

• Day to day operation of a variety of powered mobile plant, which can include but is not limited to front-end loader, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, roller, stabiliser, heavy trucks and other equpment.
• Participate in civil construction projects including but not limited to road construction, parks maintenance, and stormwater drainage.
• Inspections of various Council infrastructure across the Shire to ensure our roads and facilities are safe and in good repair.

Remuneration starts at $1,118.30 per week, but shall also attract Adverse Working Conditions allowance and overtime and other allowances are payable where applicable.

Why work for Inverell Shire Council?

As one of the largest employers in Inverell and surrounding areas Council provides a variety of opportunities and benefits to staff:

• Enjoy ongoing training and professional development in your field.
• Local government is a rewarding industry where you get to directly serve and work to improving the Inverell community for everyone.
• Council actively promotes a healthy work-life balance with health and wellbeing days, active social club, and a positive and friendly atmosphere among colleagues.

In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment, staff at Inverell Shire Council enjoy a range of other benefits, including but not limited to:

• Access to flexible working arrangements.
• Salary packaging options, including remote area rental and remote area mortgage packaging and novated leasing!
• Generous leave entitlements, including access to long service leave after only 5 years!

Examples of qualifications or training that would be advantageous:

• NSW Class C Drivers Licence, or preferably a NSW Class HR licence or higher.
• SafeWork NSW Traffic Controller (TCR) and Implement Traffic Control Plans (IMP) accreditation.
• SafeWork NSW General Construction Induction card ('White Card').
• Plant operation experience and competencies in Grader, Front End Loader, Skid Steer, Excavator, Backhoe, Stabiliser, Roller or other powered mobile plant.

Employment will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Local Government (State) Award 2026. Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a smoke free work environment.

About Us

Inverell Shire is a thriving regional centre in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales. Formed in July 1979, the shire comprises an area of 9,430km2 with a population of 17,836. The township of Inverell is a major service centre and has a population of 12,000. Inverell is serviced by an air service to both Sydney and Brisbane and is a commercial hub to an estimated 60,000 people.