Heavy Plant Operator – Roads & Civil Maintenance

Council Jobs; Sale; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

12% superannuation

Job summary

Wellington Shire Council is recruiting a Permanent Full-time General Operator at the Maffra Depot. The role focuses on operating heavy machinery and supporting road maintenance and construction tasks across public works projects, with opportunities to advance skills.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience with grader, excavator, loader, backhoe, and HC/HR truck operations, a strong safety ethic, and the ability to work unsupervised when required. This role offers a stable council career.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating heavy machinery and plant for maintenance works.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Commitment to a safe working environment and excellent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy‑duty machinery and provide labour for the outdoor team.
• Maintain roads, drainage, bridges and public areas.
• Perform daily maintenance and inspections of plant equipment.
• Ensure equipment and materials are available and safe for works.
• Provide on‑call support for the Road Management & Operations team.

Skills

Heavy machinery

Heavy vehicle licence

Job description

Wellington Shire Council is recruiting a Permanent Full-time General Operator at the Maffra Depot. The role focuses on operating heavy machinery and supporting road maintenance and construction tasks across public works projects, with opportunities to advance skills.

Ideal candidates will have proven experience with grader, excavator, loader, backhoe, and HC/HR truck operations, a strong safety ethic, and the ability to work unsupervised when required. This role offers a stable council career.