Grader Operator

Maitland City Council; Maitland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

14 weeks paid parental leave

2 weeks personal leave & 4 weeks of aN

Long Service Leave after five years

Ongoing training and development

Fitness Passport

Healthy Employee Program

Job summary

Maitland City Council is seeking a skilled Grader Operator to operate Council's plant and support the construction and maintenance of infrastructure. You will apply final trim grader expertise on a variety of civil projects, safely handling graders, loaders, excavators and skid steers.

Working within a supportive team, you will contribute to high-quality outcomes, assist with general construction tasks when required, and may occasionally lead small crews on site.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a grader to final trim standard.
• Certificates of Competencies LL, LB, LE or LS and a C Class licence.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to work productively as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining and improving Council assets.

Responsibilities

• Operate grader and other plant on civil construction and maintenance projects.
• Assist with general construction activities as required.
• May lead small crews on site when needed.
• Contribute to delivering high quality outcomes for the community.

Skills

Grader operation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Certificates of Competencies LL/LB/LE/LS

C Class licence

Tools

Grader

Loader

Excavator

Skid Steer

Job description

Maitland City Council is seeking a skilled Grader Operator to operate Council's plant, to assist in construction and maintenance of Council's infrastructure and other municipal works.

You will use your expertise in final trim grader operations, to work on a variety of civil construction and maintenance projects while safely operating a range of plant and equipment including graders, loaders, excavators and skid steers.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help deliver high quality outcomes, assist with general construction activities when required, and may occasionally lead small crews on site. This is a hands‑on role that offers diverse work, the opportunity to apply your specialist skills, and the chance to make a visible impact within the community.

The Opportunity

Maitland City Council is seeking a skilled Grader Operator to operate Council's plant, to assist in construction and maintenance of Council's infrastructure and other municipal works.

You will use your expertise in final trim grader operations, to work on a variety of civil construction and maintenance projects while safely operating a range of plant and equipment including graders, loaders, excavators and skid steers.

Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help deliver high quality outcomes, assist with general construction activities when required, and may occasionally lead small crews on site. This is a hands‑on role that offers diverse work, the opportunity to apply your specialist skills, and the chance to make a visible impact within the community.

About you

To be successful within this role, you will have demonstrated solid experience in the competent operation of a grader to final trim standard, coupled with contemporary industry knowledge and demonstrated experience of other earthmoving plant.

You will have Certificates of Competencies in LL, LB, LE or LS and hold a C Class licence.

You will have excellent problem solving skills, the ability to work productively as a team member and a commitment to improving Council's assets to benefit our growing community.

Benefits

This is a full-time, permanent role working a 38-hour week, with a base salary range of $69,604 - $77,621 per year + Level 1 Adverse Allowance + 12% super. Penalties and overtime applied when applicable.

Our Civil team currently works either a 4-day compressed work week or a 9-day fortnight.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
• One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
• Long Service Leave after five years
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

Questions

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Ben Turner, Coordinator Civil Works, on 0428 600 ***.

Applications close: Sunday 22 November 2026.

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (***********@maitland.nsw.gov.au)