Plant Operator / Foreman

Careers at Council; Red Cliffs; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flare Employee Benefits

Annual performance recognition

Study Support Program

Learning and Professional Development

16 weeks Paid Parental Leave

Bi-Annual Employee Recognition

Discounted Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Social Clubs

Job summary

Mildura Rural City Council is seeking a hands-on supervisor to manage road construction and maintenance at the Red Cliffs Depot. You will supervise crews, operate plant and coordinate resources to meet project timelines and safety standards.

Based at Red Cliffs, you will liaise with customers, adhere to OH&S and use your ticketed competencies to support field works. A strong focus on quality and service is essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Civil Construction (Plant Operations) or equivalent civil/plant experience.
• Current Driver Licence with Heavy Combination endorsement; experience with semi-trailer, tip truck and dog trailer.
• Hold competency for skid steer loader and front-end loader; able to operate grader and compaction equipment.
• Experience in road maintenance on sealed and unsealed roads; ability to survey and read plans.
• Understanding of OH&S responsibilities and Chain of Responsibility.
• Current Traffic Controller ticket; ability to set out temporary traffic control signage per AS1742-2019.
• Current Construction Induction Card (Work Safe Victoria).
• Police Check or willingness to obtain before employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise work crews and coordinate resources to deliver road projects.
• Operate plant and equipment as required.
• Support delivery of road construction and maintenance activities.
• Liaise with customers and stakeholders to ensure service standards.
• Ensure works meet safety requirements and organisation policies.

Skills

Civil Construction

Plant Operations

Road maintenance

OH&S

Traffic control

Site safety

Customer liaison

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Tools

Skid Steer Loader Certification

Front-end Loader Certification

Construction Induction Card

Traffic Controller Ticket

Police Check

Job description

Join our team and play a key role in delivering road construction and maintenance projects through crew supervision, plant operation and customer-focused service.

• Full Time
• Job Number: R2810
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 19 November 2026

About the Opportunity

Support the delivery of road construction and maintenance activities through the supervision of work crews, operation of plant and equipment, coordination of resources, customer liaison, and assistance to works teams. Based at the Red Cliffs Depot, this role ensures works are completed safely, efficiently and to Council's required service standards.

What you will bring

• Certificate III in Civil Construction (Plant Operations) or equivalent civil and plant operation experience. Experience in the field of road maintenance and associated activities.
• Current Driver Licence with Heavy Combination endorsement, with experience operating semi-trailer and tip truck and dog trailer combination.
• Hold a certificate of competency for the operation of a skid steer loader and front-end loader, with experience and ability to operate a grader and compaction equipment.
• Demonstrated extensive experience of road maintenance activities associated with sealed and unsealed roads including drainage and construction works and ability to be able to survey and read plans.
• Have an understanding of OH&S responsibilities and an understanding of Chain of Responsibility.
• Hold a current Traffic Controller ticket and have the ability to set out temporary traffic control signage in accordance with Australian Standards AS1742 part 3 - 2019.
• Hold a current Construction Induction Card accredited by Work Safe Victoria
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain prior to employment.

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 5 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $86,878 per annum including industry allowance and maintenance allowance plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits

• Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

For a full list of councils benefits please visit our website: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-Benefits

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. Learn more about our organisation at www.mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at www.visitmildura.com.au