Multi Skilled Plant Operator

City of Moreton Bay; Narangba; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Salary increase via EBA

STARS study and training scheme

Salary packaging options

Discounted health insurance

Free annual flu vaccinations

Fitness Passport

Counselling service

Free on-site parking

Job summary

City of Moreton Bay in Narangba is seeking an experienced plant operator to run a 12 tonne roller and related equipment as part of our civil maintenance team. The role requires a current HR truck licence, a Construction Induction Card, and Roller LR certification with at least one other machine cert.

You will work four days a week (Mon-Thu) with a 12-month trial. You’ll report for duties on a safety-first site, performing pre-start checks, switching between machines, and assisting with road and

Qualifications

• Experience operating medium plant equipment is required.
• Current HR licence and Construction Induction Card.
• Certification in Roller (LR) operation plus at least one other equipment cert.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 12 tonne roller and switch between machines (roller, backhoe, grader) as required.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections on plant/equipment.
• Report defects or safety concerns related to machinery or ongoing projects.
• Assist in road and drainage maintenance tasks with pavement maintenance crew.

Skills

Roller operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

HR Truck Licence (Heavy Vehicle)

Construction Induction Card

Roller (LR) Certification

Excavator (LE)

Skid Steer (LS)

Front End Loader (LL)

Job description

19h ago , from Moreton Bay Regional Council

• This team currently works full time hours over 4 days/week - Monday to Thursday 5:45am to 3:45pm. 12 month trial.
• $76,066 pa (ie. $38.49/hour) - incl. industry and uniform allowance + 12% super (level 5)
• Location: Narangba

In this role, you'll primarily operate a 12 tonne roller, along with other medium sized machinery, interchanging as required on a daily basis. You'll also have the opportunity to operate a roller, backhoe and/or grader where trained/licenced. Your main responsibilities will involve performing road and drainage maintenance tasks alongside our pavement maintenance team.

• Operating various medium sized plant equipment, focusing on the operation of a 12 tonne roller
• Switching between different machines (roller, backhoe, grader, tractor) as required/licenced
• Conducting daily pre-start inspections on relevant plant and equipment
• Reporting any defects, safety concerns or issues related to the machinery or ongoing projects
• Assisting in road and drainage maintenance activities

This position requires versatility in equipment operation and a strong commitment to safety and maintenance protocols.

About you

Ideally you'll have recent, relevant experience in a similar position operating comparable machinery in similar settings. Your application will demonstrate previous experience operating a range of medium plant equipment used in civil construction and maintenance activities, with a particular emphasis on roller operation. You will bring your excellent communication skills, ability to work as part of a team and your experience undertaking manual operational tasks in a safety conscious environment.

Safety is also a key priority for us as an organisation, and we will be seeking candidates who not only have the knowledge and physical ability to safely undertake the manual tasks required in this role, we want you to have a genuine desire to contribute to a positive safety culture.

Paired with the above mentioned skills and experience, you will also hold a current truck licence (minimum HR - heavy rigid), a Construction Induction Card and Certification in the operation of Roller(LR) and at least one other of the below:

• Excavator (LE)
• Skid Steer (LS)
• Front End Loader (LL)

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
• Negotiated salary increase locked in through our EBA - 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater).
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling serviceand Mates in Construction program.
• Our Depots have free local parking on site making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a medical and hearing assessment with an independent professional nominated by Council, and a National Criminal History Check (all at no cost to you).

Any questions - please contact our Careers team at *******@moretonbay.qld.gov.au.

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City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.