Plant Operator - Casterton (Full Time X 2)

Council Jobs; Portland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Council is seeking two full-time Plant Operators to operate a variety of medium and heavy mechanical plant from the Casterton depot. The roles include civil construction and infrastructure maintenance across the Shire, contributing to essential community services.

These positions offer a 9-day fortnight for a better work-life balance while maintaining safety and efficiency on site. Applicants should have the required licences and tickets and be capable of working in a team or independently as

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• General knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated safe operation of construction plant and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of medium to heavy plant for civil construction and maintenance tasks.
• Perform road, drainage, paths, bridges and general maintenance works.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of plant and equipment.
• Contribute to teamwork within the Works group and adhere to procedures.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Independent work

Verbal and written communication

Basic computer skills

Road construction knowledge

Job description

Plant Operator - Casterton (Full Time X 2)

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.

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.