Plant Operator - Casterton (Full Time)

Shire of Glenelg; Casterton; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Job summary

The Shire of Glenelg invites applications for two full-time Plant Operators based at the Casterton depot to undertake civil construction and road maintenance across the Shire.

You will operate a range of medium to heavy plant with focus on safety, teamwork, and efficiency, including manual labour tasks and adherence to council standards. These roles offer a 9-day fortnight to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in safe operation of construction plant and equipment.
• Clear understanding of road construction and maintenance techniques.
• Ability to work in a team and also independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of medium to heavy plant for civil construction and infrastructure maintenance.
• Undertake tasks related to roads, drainage, bridges and general maintenance.
• Maintain safety and efficiency in all plant operations and manual duties as required.

Skills

Plant operation

Road construction

Teamwork

Manual labour

Communication

Licences

Computer skills

HC Licence

Job description

About the Opportunity Council is seeking two full-time Plant Operators with demonstrated ability to operate a variety of medium and heavy mechanical plant. These positions are based out of Council’s Casterton depot and offers a 9-day fortnight which provides a great work-life balance while contributing to essential community services. As part of the Works team, the Plant Operator is responsible for undertaking a range of civil construction and infrastructure maintenance works across the Shire. The role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a range of plant to undertake tasks associated with the construction and maintenance of roads, drainage, paths, bridges, street furniture and general maintenance. For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description. Please Note: applications will be reviewed as they are received during the advertising period and interviews may be undertaken as suitable applications come in, so don’t delay in submitting your application.

What you need to Succeed

• A positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence is essential.
• Heavy Combination Licence is essential.
• Relevant Plant and Equipment tickets and licences.
• Basic computer skills.
• General knowledge and understanding of road construction and maintenance techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in safe and efficient operation of construction plant and specialist equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness and physical capacity to carry out key duties of the position including manual labour.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with the capacity to learn new techniques and work practices.