Plant Operator - Tractor, Roller, Truck

Careers at Council; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Long service leave

MyLeave

Career development

Salary packaging

Job summary

Griffith City Council is seeking a hands-on Road Plant Operator for a permanent, full-time role (38 hours/week). You’ll operate and maintain road construction plant and equipment, contributing to community projects while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds an Australian HR Heavy Rigid licence, a current General Construction Induction Training (GIT/white card) and relevant experience with road maintenance equipment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Australian HR (Heavy Rigid) Truck Licence.
• Must hold a current General Construction Induction Training (GIT/white card).
• Experience operating road construction and maintenance plant.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain road construction and maintenance plant (tractors, rollers, trucks).
• Carry out routine maintenance and servicing to keep equipment in good condition.
• Contribute to road projects and community outcomes.

Skills

HR Truck Licence

GIT/White Card

Road construction plant

Job description

Closing Date: 2 November 2026

Salary: Commencement annual salary range from $64,993.24 to $71,494.28 (Grade 6), plus superannuation and a Rostered day off once a fortnight.

Employment Type: Permanent, 38 hours per week)

About Us

Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they’re driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment.

About the Role

Join our team and play a key role in maintaining and improving Council's road infrastructure. This hands-on position is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective operation of a range of road construction and maintenance plant, including tractors, rollers and trucks. The successful applicant will also undertake routine maintenance and servicing to ensure plant and equipment under the incumbent’s control remain in optimal working condition. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role within a supportive team environment, contributing to projects that make a positive impact on the local community.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

The successful applicant must hold a current Australian HR (Heavy Rigid) Truck Licence, a current General Construction Induction Training (GIT or white card) and relevant experience operating road construction and maintenance plant.

Please provide copies of all relevant licences, competencies, tickets and qualifications with your application.

About You

You’re a collaborative team player who values respect, integrity and shared success. You build strong relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. You take pride in your work, approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, and are motivated to make a meaningful contribution to your community.

What Griffith City Council Offers

• Flexible working arrangements that enable our people to balance professional success with personal wellbeing
• Stable, secure employment within a trusted and resilient organisation
• Generous leave provisions, including long service leave after 5 years and MyLeave
• Work in collaborative, respectful teams where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
• Experience a broad range of interesting and impactful work that keeps your role engaging and rewarding.
• Ongoing learning and career development
• Salary packaging options

Application Information

Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process, which includes reference, identity, credential, and/or medical history checks. It may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a NSW Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to the successful clearance of all checks.

Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.

Additional Information

For any questions about the role, please contact James Taliano, Rocco Perre or Michael Lentini on 1300 176 ***.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQIA+ community, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants with disability are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.