Plant Operator/Labourer- Town Streets

Cloncurry Shire Council; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Monthly RDO

Personal leave

Job summary

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Plant Operator / Labourer to join our Town Streets team within the Infrastructure & Environment Department. This role maintains streets, parks and public spaces, operating small plant and machinery and performing various maintenance tasks to support town works programs.

To succeed, you should have experience in labouring or plant operation, operate small equipment like mowers and whipper snippers, and demonstrate strong WHS practices and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar labouring or plant operator role.
• Experience operating small plant and equipment such as mowers, whipper snippers or similar machinery.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong awareness of Workplace Health and Safety practices.
• Good communication skills and a positive work attitude.
• Ability to complete tasks within expected timeframes and maintain a high standard of work.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting and maintenance of town streets, parks, gardens and open spaces.
• Street maintenance activities such as pothole patching, footpath repairs and kerb and channel repairs.
• Line marking, sign maintenance and guidepost repairs.
• Litter and garbage collection.
• Slashing and vegetation management.
• Graffiti removal and general labouring duties.
• Operating plant and machinery within licence and competency levels.
• Conducting pre-start checks and reporting defects on plant and equipment.
• Identifying hazards and contributing to a safe workplace environment.
• Assisting with Council works programs as directed by the Urban Works Supervisor.

Skills

Plant operation

Labourer experience

Equipment operation

WH&S awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Small plant equipment

Job description

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking aPlant Operator / Labourer to join our Town Streets team within the Infrastructure & Environment Department.

This role plays an important part in maintaining the presentation and functionality of Cloncurry’s streets, parks and public spaces. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating plant and machinery, and contributing to your local community, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

• Full Time- Stream B Level 4 -$64,700 per annum + Superannuation.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)
• Monthly RDO (13 per year)
• Personal (Sick) Leave

About the Role

The Plant Operator / Labourer – Town Streets undertakes a range of operational and labouring duties to support Council’s town maintenance and works programs. The position involves operating small plant and equipment, carrying out maintenance tasks across town streets and public areas, and ensuring works are completed safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will assist with a variety of duties, including:

• Grass cutting and maintenance of town streets, parks, gardens and open spaces
• Street maintenance activities such as pothole patching, footpath repairs and kerb and channel repairs
• Line marking, sign maintenance and guidepost repairs
• Litter and garbage collection
• Slashing and vegetation management
• Graffiti removal and general labouring duties
• Operating plant and machinery within licence and competency levels
• Conducting pre-start checks and reporting defects on plant and equipment
• Identifying hazards and contributing to a safe workplace environment
• Assisting with Council works programs as directed by the Urban Works Supervisor

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience in a similar labouring or plant operator role
• Experience operating small plant and equipment such as mowers, whipper snippers or similar machinery.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong awareness of Workplace Health and Safety practices
• Good communication skills and a positive work attitude
• Ability to complete tasks within expected timeframes and maintain a high standard of work

Mandatory Requirements

• Current MR Driver Licence
• Construction White Card (required prior to commencement)
• Current Police Clearance
• Traffic Control or Traffic Management accreditation
• HR Driver Licence
• Experience operating a range of plant and machinery.

For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD.

Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.