Facilities Operator

the original; Muswellbrook; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

12% superannuation

Aquatic Centre staff discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Muswellbrook Shire Council is seeking a Facilities Operator to maintain and clean council facilities and infrastructure in Muswellbrook, NSW. This permanent role covers a broad range of tasks, with a schedule of 38 hours per week and a starting salary in a defined band.

Candidates should have a Class C licence, proven labouring experience, and ideally holds the Safework NSW Construction Induction card. The position includes professional development and a 12% superannuation entitlement.

Qualifications

• Class C licence required.
• Demonstrated laboring experience and ability to work in a team.
• Safework NSW General Construction Induction card (Willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Conduct and record condition inspections of facilities and infrastructure, identifying defects and prioritising work.
• Provide general labouring support and assist with call-out and emergency works as directed by the Supervisor.
• Operate plant and machinery professionally under supervision where qualified.
• Advise Supervisor on work methods and planning, including plant capacity and safety compliance.
• Complete WHS duties and administrative tasks such as pre-start checks and site risk assessments.

Skills

Class C licence

Laboring experience

White Card

Job description

About the position

The Facilities Operator position includes a broad range of jobs delivered across Council's community infrastructure including maintenance and cleanliness of Council's facilities and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and record condition inspections of Council facilities, infrastructure, and CBD's identifying defects and priortising work.
• Provide competent and versatile general laboring as required under the direction of the Supervisor including assistance with call out and emergency works across a range of council maintenance service areas.
• Within qualifications professionally operate plant and machinery, under the direction of the relevant.
• Provide advice to the Supervisor, as required regarding work methodology and planning, including the capacity and capability of plant items, so that safety, productivity and the standard of work is maximized in compliance with work health and safety legislation and Aus-Spec specifications.
• Carry out all work, health and safety and administrative functions relevant to the position, for example, pre start checks, fatigue management forms, working alone protocols, and site specific risk assessments.

About you

• Class C driver Licence
• Previous demonstrated laboring experience and ability to perform well in a team environment.
• Safework NSW General Construction Induction card (Willing to obtain)

What we offer

• Permanent, full time, 38 hours per week
• Salary from $62,525 to $67,674 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
• Training Courses + Professional Development
• 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
• Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.

The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.

Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.

It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger - we have space for you.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Muswellbrook connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at The Welcome Experience : Muswellbrook Shire Council (nsw.gov.au)

Applications close on 6 November 2026 at 11:59pm.

Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.