Plant Operator & Maintenance – 9‑Day Fortnight

Council Jobs; Atherton; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

5 weeks leave with leave loading

Leave loading 17.5%

Uniforms PPE supplied

Health insurance discount

RDO incentive

PPE supplied (uniforms)

Job summary

Council Jobs in Malanda is seeking a skilled Plant Operator for a full-time permanent role in the Road Services Department. The position focuses on operating and maintaining Council’s plant and equipment, including the Water Truck, to support road works across the Tablelands Region.

A Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence is a mandatory requirement. Applications close 5pm, 29 October 2026. The role offers a base salary with allowances and a 9-day fortnight, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence.
• Experience operating plant and equipment is desirable.
• Based in Malanda/Tablelands Region with full-time permanent role.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Council’s plant and equipment including Water Truck.
• Support road construction and maintenance projects across the Tablelands Region.
• Ensure safety and compliance with workplace safety standards.

Skills

Plant operation

Maintenance

Water truck

HR licence

Job description

Council Jobs in Malanda is seeking a skilled Plant Operator for a full-time permanent role in the Road Services Department. The position focuses on operating and maintaining Council’s plant and equipment, including the Water Truck, to support road works across the Tablelands Region.

A Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence is a mandatory requirement. Applications close 5pm, 29 October 2026. The role offers a base salary with allowances and a 9-day fortnight, with additional benefits.