Plant Operator: Civil Works & Machinery Specialist

Achieve Group Recruitment

Sydney

On-site

AUD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

North Queensland Regional Council is seeking a reliable Plant Operator to join the Works team, operating and maintaining Council plant and machinery safely under limited supervision. You’ll need a current licence or certificate of competency (or be working toward one) for plant such as backhoe, mini excavator, front-end loader, road roller or tractor slasher/broom.

The role involves daily pre-start checks, basic maintenance, working across the Works programme, and collaborating with a team.

Qualifications

Current licence/certificate of competency for relevant plant, or clear logbook evidence you're working toward one.
General Construction Induction White Card.
Solid background in road construction or civil works.
Comfortable working under limited supervision and in a team.
Physically able to manage manual handling and outdoor labouring in direct sun.
Able to pass a pre-placement medical.

Responsibilities

Carry out daily pre-start checks, start-up/shutdown procedures and basic preventative maintenance on your allocated plant.
Complete your share of the Works programme, using sound judgement on routine tasks.
Check for underground services before digging, and report hazards, incidents or defects promptly.
Pitch in on other duties as directed, including labouring or operating other plant you're licensed for.