Plant Operator

Ballarat City Council; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development programs

Flexible work policies

Employee benefits program

MyWellbeing initiatives

Job summary

City of Ballarat in Ballarat, VIC, Australia is seeking a skilled infrastructure professional for a permanent position. You will work with Internal Construction Crews to deliver the Capital Works Program, requiring proficiency in heavy machinery operation and civil construction experience, both in the field and in planning.

Join a team thatvalues collaboration, strategic thinking and community outcomes. Applicants will engage in field work, project solutions, and community-focused construction

Qualifications

• Proficient in operation of heavy machinery.
• Experience in civil construction projects and site delivery.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Civil construction

Job description

Permanent Position at the City of Ballarat

About The Role

Requires proficiency in operation of Heavy Machinery and experience in Civil Construction to work with Internal Construction Crews to deliver the Capital Works Program.

For a full list of responsibilities and selection criteria, please view the Position Description available here on our Careers Page.

About You

You are an experienced infrastructure professional with strong practical and strategic skills. You can identify infrastructure issues, assess site constraints, develop project solutions and translate community and asset needs into construction-ready projects. You enjoy working collaboratively, thinking strategically and getting out into the field to improve infrastructure outcomes for the community.

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact Robin Hand, 0488 338 344

Be Part Of Something More

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accountability in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

Benefits

There’s more to remuneration than just salary.

• Learning and development programs
• Flexible work policies
• Employee benefits program
• MyWellbeing initiatives

The closing date for this position is 18th October 2026.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply.

If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at [e-mail]

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm.

Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.