Plant Operator Labourer - Parks and Gardens (10322)

Central Highlands Regional Council; Emerald; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Fortnightly pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Highlands Regional Council – Emerald, QLD, is seeking a Plant Operator Labourer to join the Emerald team. The role involves operating a range of plant and equipment and performing maintenance on parks and garden assets under supervision, with a focus on safety and service to the community.

The position includes daily tasks, safety checks, and effective communication with the public and staff. Eligible applicants should hold a Queensland C class provisional licence (manual), relevant

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain park and gardens equipment safely as directed by the Supervisor Parks and Gardens or Coordinator Parks & Gardens.
• Carry out daily tasks and resolve on-the-job issues efficiently with appropriate equipment and council procedures.
• Ensure a safe work area and compliance with safety standards for staff and the public.
• Interact with community members in a polite and courteous manner.

Job description

Plant Operator Labourer - Parks and Gardens (10322)

Central Highlands Regional Council – Emerald QLD

2d ago , from Central Highlands Regional Council

Remuneration: Stream B, Level 4 - 5: $87,381.37 to $88,697.53 per annum inclusive of superannuation & allowances

Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking Plant Operator Labourer to join our Emerald team. In this role you will be required to undertake a range of duties as directed by the Supervisor Parks and Gardens, or Coordinator Parks & Gardens, including maintenance to Council’s parks and garden assets and the operation of various plant and equipment in a safe manner.

In this busy role, you will support the organisation by:

• Daily responsibilities/tasks including resolving on the job issues to be carried out efficiently and effectively using education, experience, expertise and previous training, when deciding on the appropriate equipment and council procedure to use.
• Ensure safe and competent operation of all Council equipment, including carrying out regular maintenance checks.
• Awareness and preparation of a safe work area including all plant and equipment must be maintained at all times, ensuring the safety of employees and the public.
• When required to interact with members of the community do so in a polite and courteous manner.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:

• Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers’ licence (manual).
• General Construction Induction Card.
• ACDC Statement of Attainment and Commercial Operators licence (or ability to obtain).
• Working in Proximity to Traffic modules (or ability to obtain).
• Demonstrated ability to undertake physical tasks associated with the position.
• Sound standard of communication skills, including responding to routine enquires from the general public and fellow employees, and recording activities and standard information.

Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.

BELOW BENEFITS ARE FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES.

Benefits Include:

• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Fortnightly RDO’s
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.

Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks

To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

• Right to Work in Australia
• Medical Assessment
• References and qualification checks

Applications close: Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 8am.