Plant Operator

Shire of Banana; Taroom; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Shire of Banana in Taroom, Queensland, invites applications for a Labourer skilled in operating a range of Council plant, including Backhoe/Loader, to support drainage, road, and construction projects.

You will perform concrete works, site inspections, routine maintenance, and safe work practices while collaborating with teams, following procedures, and contributing to timely project delivery. A valid Class C licence and White/Blue Card are required.

Qualifications

• Hold and maintain a Class C manual driver’s licence (minimum).
• Have a current White or Blue Card (General Safety Induction).
• Desirable HR licence and RIIMPO320 excavations qualifications.
• Safety, traffic management and site operations knowledge.
• Ability to read plans, plans and work schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control Backhoe/Loader safely to meet drainage construction targets.
• Perform concrete pipe laying, backfilling, steel fixing and formwork per standards.
• Provide high-quality plant operation services across locations.
• Assess sites to determine safe operating methods and risk controls.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine maintenance of plant and equipment.

Skills

Backhoe/Loader operation

Manual labour

Teamwork

Basic literacy

WHS awareness

Education

Class C manual driver’s licence

White or Blue Card

RIIMPO0319 Backhoe/Loader Operators

HR licence desirable

RIIMPO320 civil construction excavations desirable

Traffic Management Plan desirable

Traffic Controller Licence desirable

Job description

GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION

To undertake labouring tasks and efficiently operate a range of Council rigid trucks and road plant to meet required standards on maintenance and construction projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and control Backhoe/Loader in a safe, efficient and effective manner to achieve programmed drainage construction outcomes
• Perform concrete pipe laying, backfilling, steel fixing, and concrete formwork operations in accordance with Council standards, work programs and safe operating procedures
• Provide high-quality plant operation services to work teams at various locations within and outside the Shire, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
• Assess work sites and apply judgement to determine safe operating methods, identify hazards and implement appropriate risk controls prior to commencing work
• Conduct pre-start inspections and undertake routine servicing, maintenance and cleaning of plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and Council procedures
• Monitor plant condition and promptly report faults, defects, incidents and maintenance requirements to ensure operational reliability and safety
• Maintain accurate records of plant movements, operating hours, maintenance activities and work completed, as required
• Read, interpret and apply work schedules, site instructions, plans and operational procedures to deliver required outcomes
• Undertake traffic management activities and implement approved Traffic Control Plans in accordance with relevant legislation, standards and Council requirements
• Identify, record and report declared weeds, environmental hazards or other issues requiring remedial action
• Respond professionally to requests and enquiries from internal and external customers, providing information within the scope of the position
• Carry out general labouring duties
• Operate other small plant, equipment and machinery within the employee's competencies, licences and training, as required
• Participate in toolbox meetings, safety briefings and team discussions, contributing to a positive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work collaboratively within a team environment while exercising initiative and limited supervision in the performance of allocated tasks
• Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations
• Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties, including providing and obtaining information
• Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position, e.g. timesheets
• Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices, as required
• Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
• Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Compulsory Queensland ‘C’ class manual driver’s licence
• Compulsory QLD General Safety Induction – White or Blue Card
• Compulsory RIIMP0319 Conduct Backhoe/Loader Operators.
• Desirable Queensland ‘HR’ class manual driver’s licence
• Desirable RIIMPO320 Conduct civil construction excavations
• Desirable Traffic Management Implementation Plan
• Desirable Traffic Controller Licence.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Compulsory Ability to operate road making plant and provide basic repair and daily maintenance for road plant
• Demonstrated experience performing general labouring duties including concrete works and the ability to maintain small plant
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment under minimal supervision
• Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills
• Good understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.

CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS

• Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Customer service standards
• Council’s Code of Conduct
• Environment and Sustainability policy and procedure
• Human rights legislation, actively promoting its principles in all activities
• Human Resources policies and procedures
• Financial Management policies and procedures
• Records Management policies and procedures
• Disaster Management policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• The employee acknowledges that this role requires them to hold and maintain a minimum of a class ‘C’ manual driver’s licence and that the loss of licence may jeopardise employment with Council
• The employee agrees to be available to travel within and outside of Shire boundaries for work and training purposes and may be required to work away from home for unspecified periods of time
• The employee agrees to be available for work on weekends and public holidays as required
• The employee acknowledges this role is physically demanding and requires an adequate level of fitness to be held and maintained in order to successfully undertake manual labouring tasks
• The employee acknowledges that this role has been identified as working in an ‘at risk work location’ and/or is an ‘at risk worker’ and subsequently agrees to be protected by the relevant immunisations in accordance with Council’s Staff Immunisation Program and will participate in required health monitoring in accordance with the guidelines set out by council and relevant legislation and industry standards.