Plant Operator

Fraser Coast Regional Council; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Values based culture

Employee discount shopping program

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements (WFH)

Study assistance program

Novated leasing

24/7 EAP access

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Paid emergency services leave

Uniform subsidy

Years of service rewards

Job summary

Fraser Coast Regional Council in Maryborough is seeking a Safety-focused Plant Operator to join our Works Operations team on a permanent full-time basis. You will operate plant for road construction and maintenance, perform pre-start checks, and support traffic management and customer service in public areas.

The role requires a White Card and a Queensland HC licence, with experience in excavator operations being advantageous.

Qualifications

• White Card required for construction sites.
• HC licence recognised in Queensland.
• Experience operating plant in road construction, maintenance or drainage.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Sound WHS, environmental and risk management knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and fleet for road and drainage construction and maintenance works.
• Undertake labouring duties to support operational works programs.
• Complete pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance tasks.
• Support safe work practices, including traffic management requirements.
• Provide professional customer service when working in public environments.
• Record work activities, service requests and timesheets using Council systems.

Skills

Safety awareness

Autonomy

Communication

Customer service

WHS knowledge

Tech literacy

Education

White Card (Construction Induction)

HC licence (Queensland)

Tools

Front-end Loader

Backhoe

Skidsteer

Job description

Plant Operator

Infrastructure Operations

Permanent Full Time

Maryborough

Operations Level 5 - $74,161 plus superannuation

• + annualised allowance of $2,701
• + 9-day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a safety-focused and reliable Plant Operator to join our Works Operations team. In this role, you will undertake road construction and maintenance activities using Council plant and equipment while contributing to the delivery of quality services for our community.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced operator who enjoys working outdoors, can work autonomously and as part of a team, and takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes. While no grader or tractor experience is required, excavator experience would be a strong advantage.

What your day will look like:

• Operate plant and fleet for road and drainage construction and maintenance works.
• Undertake labouring duties to support operational works programs.
• Complete pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance activities.
• Support safe work practices, including traffic management requirements.
• Provide professional customer service when working in public environments.
• Record work activities, service requests and timesheets using Council systems.

What you’ll need for success:

• Current General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Valid HC licence recognised in Queensland.
• Plant operation competency or statements of attainment for the operation of excavator.
• Demonstrated experience operating plant and fleet in road construction, maintenance or drainage environments.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Sound knowledge of WHS, environmental and risk management practices.
• Well-developed communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to use mobile devices and electronic work management systems.

What’s nice to have:

• Hold, or have the ability to obtain, relevant plant operation competencies or statements of attainment for the operation of plant such as front-end loader, backhoe, skidsteer.
• Traffic Management Implementation (Level 2).

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.