Plant Operator - Rutherglen Depot

Indigo Shire Council; Rutherglen; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development

Parental leave

Social club membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Indigo Shire Council is seeking an experienced Operations team member to manage outdoor road, parks and public space maintenance, operate civil plant and heavy vehicles, and contribute to community infrastructure projects.

You will work with a small crew, applying safe work practices, reading construction plans, and delivering high standards while upholding the council's safety and service commitments in regional Victoria.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Civil Construction (or higher) is required or substantial relevant industry experience.
• Experience reading construction plans, operating civil plant and heavy vehicles, and delivering road and infrastructure projects to a high standard.
• Strong leadership, communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to coordinate and guide a small team when required.
• Safety‑focused, adaptable and organised, with relevant licences and tickets including a White Card, Traffic Control, First Aid, and machinery operating qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain roads, parks and public spaces across Indigo Shire Council.
• Operate plant, equipment and heavy vehicles as part of project delivery.
• Lead a small crew when required and ensure safe work practices are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Reading plans

Heavy machinery

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction (or higher)

Job description

About Indigo Shire Council

Indigo Shire Council is located in picturesque North East Victoria, amidst Australia's most significant collection of historic towns, with offices in Beechworth, Yackandandah, Rutherglen and Chiltern. Blend your career with a regional lifestyle by enjoying the food, wine, history, natural landscapes, sports, and hobbies on offer.

About The Role

Want a career where you can work outdoors, operate machinery and help build infrastructure that your community uses every day? Join Indigo Shire's Operations Team and gain hands‑on experience maintaining roads, parks and public spaces while developing practical construction and leadership skills.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Operate a range of plant, equipment and heavy vehicles.
• Work on real construction and maintenance projects that make a visible difference.
• Develop leadership skills by leading a small crew when required.
• Enjoy a varied outdoor role across roads, parks, reserves and community spaces.

About You

• Certificate III in Civil Construction (or higher) and/or substantial relevant industry experience.
• Experience reading construction plans, operating civil plant and heavy vehicles, and delivering road and infrastructure projects to a high standard.
• Strong leadership, communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to coordinate and guide a small team when required.
• Safety‑focused, adaptable and organised, with relevant licences and tickets including a White Card, Traffic Control, First Aid, and machinery operating qualifications.

Mandatory Checks And Pre‑employment Requirements

• 2 x Reference Checks
• Current Driver's Licence
• National Police Check
• Functionality Assessment

Applications close 5pm Sunday 4 October 2026 - shortlisting may commence before the close date.

Indigo Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [e-mail].

Why Choose Indigo Shire Council?

We are deeply committed to our Purpose of Making Life Better in Indigo Shire by prioritising our community's needs at every level. Our Values of being safe and supported, committed and having integrity, being collaborative and open, and being strategic and professional create a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered. Our work is highly dynamic and our workplace thrives on flexibility, offering you the opportunity to shape your professional journey in line with your unique needs and aspirations.

We Offer

• Flexible Working Arrangements: We recognise that flexible working arrangements can assist employees in maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Flexible working arrangements offered to our staff include, revised starting and finishing times, part time hours, working from home and time in lieu.
• Training, Development and Career Progression Opportunities: We provide training opportunities for career growth through internal and external programs.
• Parental Leave: Permanent full time or part time employees are entitled to generous parental leave provisions including primary, secondary and grandparent leave.
• Social Club Membership: The Social Club creates opportunities for staff to interact with each other. Employees can join the social club and enjoy access to a wide range of social and recreational activities and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program: A free confidential offsite counselling program is available for employees and their immediate family members (living in the employee's household) to use at any time during or outside work hours.