Heavy Plant Operator x 3

Nambucca Shire Council

Macksville

On-site

AUD 57,000 - 66,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program
Uniform and PPE supplied
Discounted fitness and pool membership
Generous leave provisions
Professional development
Collaborative work environment
Meaningful local impact

Job summary

Nambucca Shire Council is seeking a Heavy Plant Operator to operate a range of trucks and heavy plant for road construction, maintenance, and public space projects in the Nambucca Valley region.

Experience with excavators, loaders, rollers, watercarts or posi-tracks is preferred. The role offers a supportive team environment, competitive pay weekly, and benefits including superannuation and a fortnightly RDO.

Qualifications

  • Experience operating heavy plant across road construction and maintenance.
  • Familiarity with trucks and heavy equipment used in public spaces and landscapes.

Responsibilities

  • Operate a range of trucks and heavy plant to deliver works across roads, public spaces and landscapes.
  • Assist with projects requiring excavators, loaders, rollers, watercarts or posi-tracks where applicable.

Skills

Heavy plant operation
Excavators
Loaders

Job description

  • Salary range of $1257.99 to $1453.79 per week
  • 12% Superannuation
  • Paid rostered day off (RDO) every fortnight
  • Salary packaging options

Situated on the beautiful mid-north coast of NSW, half-way between Sydney and Brisbane, and just a short drive from Coffs Harbour, the Nambucca Valley boasts an idyllic natural environment with stunning beaches, pristine waterways and tranquil rainforests.


The opportunity

Join Nambucca Valley Council's Infrastructure Services team and put your skills to work across the Nambucca Valley. As a Heavy Plant Operator, you'll operate a range of trucks and heavy plant to deliver road construction and maintenance works as well as projects across public spaces, sporting fields and natural landscapes. If you are experienced with plant such as excavators, loaders, rollers, watercarts or posi-tracks, this is your opportunity to be part of the team.


What we offer

  • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
  • Uniform and PPE supplied
  • Discounted fitness and pool membership
  • Generous leave provisions
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on your local community

Want to know more?

For more information about this opportunity, you can contact Matt Leibrandt, Manager Infrastructure Services on 0457 894 ***.


Nambucca Valley Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR team on 02 6568 2***.


Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

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