Operator - Transport Operations (Barraba/Manilla)

Council Jobs; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

Long service leave

Training opportunities

Career growth

Roster stability

Job summary

Tamworth Regional Council is seeking an Operator – Transport Operations for Barraba/Manilla to join a small, safety‑conscious team. You will undertake daily plant operations and maintenance on civil infrastructure, in an outdoor, hands‑on role, with a focus on quality outcomes for the community.

The position offers a 9 day fortnight, long service leave after 5 years, ongoing training opportunities and roster stability, with salary in the Grade 6 range and a pathway for career growth within the

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant or similar or at least five years of civil construction, maintenance or plant operation experience.
• WHS General Induction for Construction Work is required.
• LR Driver Licence is required.
• Immunisations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Q Fever and Tetanus, or willingness to obtain, are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking daily plant operations and general maintenance and construction works within a small team.
• Participating in daily toolbox meetings and completing plant pre-start inspections.
• Operating a range of plant and equipment including excavators, skid steers, tipper trucks, rollers, water carts, chainsaws, concrete saws and implements.
• Operating backhoes, front end loaders, bobcats, excavators (<20t), trucks, rollers and tractors with implements.
• Applying knowledge of engineering infrastructure construction and maintenance techniques.
• Following established procedures and safe work practices.
• Working effectively with others to achieve team objectives and quality outcomes.
• Working with minimal supervision and taking responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Monitoring and maintaining a safe workplace and contributing to a positive safety culture.

Skills

Safety-focused

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant or similar

WHS General Induction for Construction Work

LR Driver Licence

Job description

Operator - Transport Operations (Barraba/Manilla)

• Join a supportive team maintaining and constructing vital civil infrastructure across the region
• Operate a diverse range of plant and equipment in a hands-on outdoor role
• Appointment to a role that suits your skills, licences and experience

The purpose of these positions is to undertake a variety of operational works as part of a team in the maintenance and construction of civil infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to let your unique skills and experience shine in an organisation that offers amazing benefits including a 9 day fortnight, long service leave after 5 years, ongoing training opportunities, career growth and roster stability.

COULD THIS BE YOU?

We are looking for reliable and safety-focused operators who enjoy working outdoors and as part of a close-knit team. Whether you are an experienced plant operator or have strong civil construction experience, you will bring a positive attitude, a commitment to safe work practices and a willingness to contribute to quality outcomes for our community.

The Operator – Transport Operations can be responsible for:

• Undertaking daily plant operations and general maintenance and construction works within a small team;
• Participating in daily toolbox meetings and completing plant pre-start inspections;
• Operating a range of plant and equipment including excavators, skid steers, tipper trucks, rollers, water carts, chainsaws, concrete saws and associated implements;
• Operating a range of plant and equipment including backhoes, front end loaders, bobcats, excavators (<20t), trucks, rollers and tractors with associated implements;
• Applying knowledge of engineering infrastructure construction and maintenance techniques;
• Following established procedures, processes and safe work practices;
• Working effectively with others to achieve team objectives and quality outcomes;
• Working with minimal supervision and taking responsibility for assigned tasks;
• Monitoring and maintaining a safe workplace and contributing to a positive safety culture.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS IN THIS ROLE:

• Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant or similar OR at least five years experience in a relevant civil construction, maintenance or plant operation field
• WHS General Induction for Construction Work
• LR Driver Licence
• Immunisations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Q Fever and Tetanus, or willingness to obtain

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INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!

Salary range: Grade 6 - $1,158.10 - $1,253.20 per week plus superannuation & allowances for a 38 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play! It's Worth It - Lifestyle

For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.