Multi-Purpose Plant Operator (2)

Richmond Valley Council; Evans Head; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long Service Leave

Volunteer leave

Learning & development

Fitness Passport

Yoga & meditation

Wellbeing Day

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Richmond Valley Council in Evans Head is seeking a detail-oriented Multi-Purpose Plant Operator to join our roads and drainage team. The role focuses on construction and maintenance of the council’s road and drainage infrastructure in line with delivery plans.

The position is permanent full-time with a 76-hour fortnight and a salary range of $60,221 to $69,253 per year plus 12% superannuation. A vaccination note is included; read the role description for more details.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator, both written and verbal.
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change.
• Able to work well within a small team and autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level service in construction and maintenance of Council's roads and drainage infrastructure.
• Ensure work aligns with delivery and operational plans.

Skills

Strong communicator

Flexible

Adaptable

Autonomous

Job description

Multi-Purpose Plant Operator (2)
Permanent Full Time - Evans Head

The Richmond Valley is in the heart of the Northern Rivers, with wide open spaces and room to grow. We're a down-to-earth, friendly community - where you can still enjoy the welcome of a country town, a family holiday by the beach, or a campfire under the open sky.

It's a place of opportunity, where you can get a start in life or find the change you've been looking for - build a home, raise a family, or buy your first acreage. Success is earned through hard work, persistence, and the courage to get back on your feet in hard times.

Our organisation is defined by integrity and passion in what we do. When challenges come, we endure, we recover, and we rise once again to rebuild. Our people are connected through a shared love of this place and in serving our community.

About you

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a safety-first focus and positive attitude. You are -

• A strong communicator, both written and verbal
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Able to work well within a small team and autonomously

About the role

The primary purpose of the role is to provide a high level of service in the construction and maintenance of Council's roads and drainage infrastructure in line with Council's delivery and operational plans.

Full time: 76 hour fortnight

Salary: Range from $60,221 to $69,253 pa + 12% superannuation

Contact: Sam Schrader, Coordinator Roads & Drainage - 0499 863 ***

NOTE: As the activities of this position could involve exposure to Hepatitis A and B, the employee will be vaccinated against these hazards or required to provide proof of immunity against these diseases.

Please read the role description for more information regarding key accountabilities of the role, essential qualifications and obligations.

What we offer

Richmond Valley Council offers a range of other benefits for its employees including:

• Long Service Leave after 5 years of service.
• Volunteer and compassionate leave to support you when you need it.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Fitness Passport to help you stay active and healthy.
• Free weekly yoga and meditation sessions to support your wellbeing.
• Health and Wellbeing Day
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A strong focus on workplace health, safety
• Be part of an inclusive and supportive workplace where people are valued, diversity is embraced and everyone has the opportunity to contribute.

Council is committed to creating a workforce that celebrates inclusion, diversity and equality. We believe our employees are a reflection of the diverse community we serve and are proud to support equal opportunities for all of the Richmond Valley.