Plant Operator - Crows Nest (Qld)

Toowoomba Regional Council; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly rate

Overtime options

Banked leave

Confidential counselling

Fitness Passport

Employee social club

Job summary

Toowoomba Regional Council is seeking a Plant Operator to operate and maintain an Excavator and related tools, ensuring they are in good condition and used in accordance with laws, policies, and best practices. You may be asked to work in all areas of Water and Sewer Maintenance and participate in the after-hours/on-call roster.

Safety is a top priority as you follow workplace health and safety guidelines to protect colleagues and the public.

Qualifications

• Valid White Card for construction.
• WHS Certificate of Competency for LE Excavator (0.5 m3) valid and current.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain an Excavator and related tools.
• Ensure equipment is in good condition and used in accordance with laws, policies and best practices.
• Perform labour and other skilled tasks to a high standard.
• Follow approved quality and environmental procedures.
• Be available for after-hours/on-call roster and work across Water and Sewer Maintenance as needed.

Skills

Excavator operation

WHS compliance

Education

WHS Certificate of Competency for LE Excavator

Tools

White Card (WHS)

Job description

DRIVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD - JOIN TOOWOOMBA REGIONAL COUNCIL AS A PLANT OPERATOR (EXCAVATOR)

About You

As our Plant Operator you will be responsible for operating and maintaining an Excavator and related tools, ensuring they are in good condition and used in accordance with laws, policies, and best practices. Additionally, you will also perform labour and other skilled tasks to a high standard.

The position requires following approved quality and environmental procedures and participating in the after-hours/on-call roster system. You may be asked to work in all areas of Water and Sewer Maintenance depending on operational needs.

Safety is a top priority, and you will follow workplace health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe environment for both colleagues and the public.

Why Join Us?

• Weekly rate: $1,307.56 plus access to overtime, wet weather etc
• Enjoy work/life balance with a nine (9) day fortnight and access to banked leave
• Be part of a supportive team in a dynamic local government environment
• Enjoy job stability and a great work-life balance
• Access professional development and learning opportunities
• Join an active social club through the TRC Employee’s Association
• Benefit from free 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your family
• Take advantage of health and wellbeing programs, including theFitness Passport—affordable membership to a variety of local fitness, health, and leisure facilities

How to Be Successful in This Position

• WHS Competency (White Card) for the construction industry.
• Current WHS Certificate of Competency for “LE” Excavator (up to 0.5 cubic meter capacity).

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

For further information

Please contact Brett Bryant - Supervisor Water & Sewerage on 0417 005 *** within business hours.

The closing date for applications is Monday 23rd November 2026 at 11.59pm.

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

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