Plant Operator

Transport for NSW; Yass Valley Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aboriginal and Disability Support

Camp accommodation available

One RDO per month

Job summary

Transport for NSW in NSW is seeking a plant operator to support regional road maintenance. You will operate Lime spreader, Water Cart, rollers, loader and mixer, and contribute to safe, efficient project delivery across the region.

This on-site role uses a camp-away arrangement with Sunday to Friday work, one RDO per month, and requires you to meet licensing, safety and environmental standards.

If you value variety and teamwork and want a long-term career in road infrastructure, this is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience operating plant equipment such as Lime spreader, Water Cart, rollers, loader and mixer.
• Ability to complete work records and conduct pre-start inspections.
• Willingness to obtain additional licences or certifications as directed.

Responsibilities

• Operate lime spreader, water cart, rollers, loader and mixer to support road works.
• Perform pre-start inspections, basic maintenance and safety checks.
• Complete traffic management tasks and other operational duties in the field.
• Adhere to safety, environmental and quality standards while working on a camp-based schedule.

Skills

Plant operation

Safety compliance

Pre-start inspections

Teamwork

Education

Class C driver's licence (P1)

Construction White Card

Heavy Vehicle Licence (HR) desirable

Tools

Traffic Controller Card

Work Zone Traffic Management qualification

Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence

Job description

You’re open to a change of direction and a new challenge.

You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team.

In this role, you'll:

Working as part of the Regional Maintenance team, you'll contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of road maintenance and infrastructure activities across the region.

This role will see you operating Lime spreader, Water Cart, rollers, loader, mixer and other plant equipment to support road construction and maintenance projects, while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards.

You'll undertake pre-start inspections, basic plant maintenance, traffic management activities, manual handling and a range of operational tasks that contribute to keeping communities connected through a safe and reliable road network.

The role also offers opportunities to broaden your plant operating capabilities and build a long-term career within Transport for NSW

You will drive operational excellence and safe work practices in a dynamic field-based environment, helping deliver essential road infrastructure outcomes for regionalcommunities.

Please note, this role primarily operates on a camp-away arrangement, with most work performed from Sunday afternoon to Friday evening. Flexibility to work outside these hours as required is essential. Employees receive one RDO per month.

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys variety, working across different locations, and embracing new challenges.

As part of the recruitment process for this role, shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in a practical assessment to demonstrate their ability to safely operate relevant plant, vehicles and equipment.

About you

Your experience operating heavy vehicles, Lime spreader, Water Cart, rollers, loader, mixer and other plant equipment or working within civil construction, road maintenance, construction, transport operations or a related industry will see you excel in delivering safe and efficient maintenance activities, overcoming day-to-day operational challenges and contributing to quality road infrastructure outcomes.

You're recognised as a reliable and safety-focused team member, skilled at operating plant and equipment, completing work records, undertaking pre-start inspections, maintaining accurate documentation and working collaboratively with others. Experience operating Water Carts, heavy vehicles or similar plant machinery will be highly regarded.

To be successful in this role, you will hold:

Current Australian motor vehicle driver's licence (Class C); minimum requirement: Provisional P1.

A current Construction Industry White Card

A current Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver Licence is desirable or the willingness to obtain within 3 months

Traffic Controller Card (Implement Traffic Control Plan) or the willingness to obtain within 3 months

Prepare Work Zone Traffic Management qualification or the willingness to obtain within 3 months

Strong literacy and numeracy skills to complete work records and communicate effectively with the work team

A willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing, ticketing or certification requirements as directed.

You will bring a strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance and quality outcomes, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic field-based environment.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

This is an in-person, on-site role.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.