Plant Operator (Crookwell)

Council Jobs; Gunning; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly Rostered Day Off

Job summary

Upper Lachlan Shire Council is seeking a full-time road plant operator based in Crookwell with regular travel across the shire. The role offers an hourly rate of 31.80–35.60 AUD plus superannuation and a fortnightly Rostered Day Off to support work-life balance.

Responsibilities include operating road plant, performing maintenance, and carrying out construction works safely and to required standards.

Qualifications

• WHS General Construction Induction (white) Card is required.
• Current MR Driver's license is required.
• Experience in road and drainage construction and maintenance.
• Demonstrated experience operating large road plant.
• Ability to work productively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate road plant for maintenance and construction of roads; transport materials and equipment and tow trailers carrying plant and equipment.
• Competently drive/operate/maintain vehicles, plant and machinery in accordance with specifications and regulations.
• Complete works in line with correct work practices and regulations.
• Maintain plant in a reliable, tidy and safe manner including minor maintenance and reporting needs.
• Operate other road construction and maintenance plant.
• Perform general labouring duties such as pothole patching, concreting, sealing, erosion control, excavation and material spreading; monitor stockpiles.
• Control traffic at worksites by placing signs, lights and barriers per laws and standards.

Skills

Road plant operation

Operating large plant

Team player

MR Driver's license

Education

White Card (WHS)

Job description

Do you have experience operating plant and equipment? Have you worked in road maintenance or construction? If so, this is the opportunity for you! Take the next step in your career and.

About the role

Reporting to a Team Leader, you will operate plant and equipment safely and consistently undertake road maintenance and construction works to the standard required.

• Based in Crookwell with regular travel throughout the shire
• Full-time opportunity
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off to support your work-life balance
• Hourly rate starts at $31.80 - $35.60 + superannuation (Grade 6 in accordance with Council's Salary System and the Local Government State Award)

About us

Upper Lachlan Shire Council is a collaborative and innovative organisation in a township surrounded by beautiful bushland and open spaces, providing services to a diverse community. We have culture that thrives on its positive contributions in the local community.

Responsibilities include:

• Undertake the safe operation of various road plant for the maintenance and construction of roads, transporting materials and equipment, and towing trailers carrying plant and equipment.
• Competently and safely driving/operating/using/maintaining vehicles, plant, machinery, equipment and tools in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and regulations .
• Ensure that all works are completed in accordance with correct work practices and procedures and relevant regulations
• Maintain plant in a reliable, tidy and safe manner, including minor maintenance such as fuelling, tyre pressure, fluid levels, filters, cleaning, lubrication and greasing, and advising repair and maintenance needs to the workshop
• Operate other road construction and maintenance plant
• Undertaking general labouring duties including but not limited to, pothole patching, concreting, sealing, erection of erosion and sediment control, excavation and spreading of material, monitor and maintain stockpiles.
• Control traffic at worksites, including the placement of signs, lights and barriers, in accordance with relevant legislative requirements and standards.
• Maintain plant in a reliable, tidy and safe manner, including minor maintenance such as fuelling, tyre pressure, fluid levels, filters, cleaning, lubrication and greasing, and advising repair and maintenance needs to the workshop.

Who are we looking for?

• WHS General Construction Induction (white) Card
• Current MR Driver's license.
• Contemporary knowledge and demonstrated experience in road and drainage construction, and maintenance works
• Demonstrated experience in operation of large plant
• You have the ability to work productively as a member of a team and contribute to team goals