Plant Operator (Construction)

Lockyer Valley Regional Council; Gatton; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockyer Valley Regional Council – Gatton QLD is seeking a Plant Operator within our Construction Team. This is a full-time permanent role on a 76 hours per fortnight schedule with a 4-day compressed work week and a salary of $68,265 per annum plus 12% employer superannuation.

The successful candidate will join a values-driven organisation supporting rural community development in the Lockyer Valley, located just a short drive from Brisbane and offering a balanced lifestyle with strong local

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
• A current driver’s licence is required.
• Pre-employment screening will include a medical assessment, drug screen, and a criminal history check.

Job description

Lockyer Valley Regional Council – Gatton QLD

Full Time, Permanent (76hours per fortnight, 4 Day Compressed Work Week)| $68,265 per annum plus 12% superannuation

Country living and city convenience come together in the Lockyer Valley, serving as the perfect opportunity to pursue your career in a rural location.

Plating up an array of career opportunities, the Lockyer Valley is a leisurely one hour’s drive from Australia’s third largest city and home to affordable land prices with easy access to logistic hubs. Right on the doorstep of Brisbane, the region has some of the richest and most productive agricultural land on earth and is home to more than 45,000 people.

The Lockyer Valley isn’t just a great destination for exciting career opportunities, but also for leisure and lifestyle. The region is the perfect location to secure that sought-after work-life balance with immersive community experiences.

Lockyer Valley Regional Council is currently seeking applications from dynamic, innovative and highly experienced individuals to fill the position of Plant Operatorwithin our ConstructionTeam. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person who has the required qualifications, experience and desire to undertake a challenging but fulfilling role in a values-driven organisation.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and hold a current drivers licence. Successful applicants will also be required to undertake pre-employment screening which will include a medical assessment, drug screen, and a criminal history check.

Applications for this position close at 5pm (AEST) on Monday 5 October 2026.

For additional enquiries regarding this advertisement please contact ourOrganisational Development team on (07) 5466 3***.