Plant Operator - Heywood

Glenelg Shire Council; Heywood; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenelg Shire Council in Heywood is seeking a Plant Operator on a 3-month seasonal contract. The role requires operating a variety of medium and heavy plant, based at the Heywood depot with a 9-day fortnight for work-life balance. You will contribute to civil construction and infrastructure maintenance across the Shire.

The position emphasises safe operation, teamwork, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Victorian licences and plant tickets are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Victorian Driver's Licence is essential.
• Heavy Combination Licence highly regarded.
• Relevant Plant & Equipment tickets and licences.
• Basic computer skills.
• General knowledge of road construction & maintenance techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in safe and efficient operation of construction plant & specialist equipment.
• Ability to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness and physical capacity for manual duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of medium and heavy mechanical plant.
• Carry out civil construction and infrastructure maintenance across the Shire.
• Safely and efficiently operate plant for roads, drainage, paths, bridges and street furniture.
• Work as part of the Works team to deliver maintenance projects.

Skills

Valid Driver's Licence

Heavy Combination Licence

Plant & Equipment Tickets

Basic Computer Skills

Road Construction Knowledge

Safe Plant Operation

Teamwork & Independence

Manual Labour Capacity

Clear Verbal & Written Communication

Job description

About the Opportunity

Council is seeking a Plant Operator on a 3-month seasonal contract with demonstrated ability to operate a variety of medium and heavy mechanical plant.

This position is based out of Council’s Heywood depot and offers a 9-day fortnight which provides a great work-life balance while contributing to essential community services.

As part of the Works team, the Plant Operator is responsible for undertaking a range of civil construction and infrastructure maintenance works across the Shire. The role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a range of plant to undertake tasks associated with the construction and maintenance of roads, drainage, paths, bridges, street furniture and general maintenance.

For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.

What you need to Thrive

• A positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence is essential.
• Heavy Combination Licence is highly regarded.
• Relevant Plant and Equipment tickets and licences.
• Basic computer skills.
• General knowledge and understanding of road construction and maintenance techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in safe and efficient operation of construction plant and specialist equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness and physical capacity to carry out key duties of the position including manual labour.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with the capacity to learn new techniques and work practices.