Plant Operator - Water Cart

Council Jobs; Molong; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabonne Council is seeking a Plant Operator to operate the water cart and support road works across the local area. You will join a skilled team and contribute to community infrastructure with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires hands-on operation of plant, a Class HR licence, and a commitment to safe work practices in a local government setting. Employment is under the Local Government (State) Award 2026, with a grade 4 salary and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Construction Induction Certification (White Card) required.
• Class HR Drivers licence required.
• Previous experience in operation of various plant in a construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the water cart as part of the road works team.
• Comply with safety policies and site procedures while operating plant.

Skills

White Card

HR Driver Licence

Plant operation experience

Job description

Plant Operator - Water Cart

As a Plant Operator with Council, you will be a valued member of a skilled team delivering planned and reactive road works across the local area. Your capability, reliability and commitment to safety directly support Council’s ability to deliver high‑quality infrastructure and respond to community needs.

This position is primarily responsible for operating the water cart and a HR drivers' licence is essential.

Your work will be visible, meaningful and essential.

Why Work With Us

Meaningful, Community‑Focused Work

• Contribute directly to roads, infrastructure and services used by the local community
• Take pride in work that delivers practical, real‑world outcomes

Safety First, Always

• A strong commitment to work health and safety, supported by clear procedures and systems
• Well‑maintained plant and equipment
• A culture where everyone looks out for each other

Teamwork & Respect

• Work alongside experienced operators, supervisors and crews
• A supportive team environment built on respect, communication and shared responsibility
• Your contribution and experience are recognised and valued

Variety & Skill Development

• Operate a range of plant and equipment including rollers, loaders, excavators, graders and HR trucks
• Opportunity to develop and expand your plant operation skills
• Exposure to diverse road construction, maintenance and roadside works

Stability & Work‑Life Balance

• Secure employment with a local employer
• Structured work programs with opportunities for overtime and emergency works when required
• Work that keeps you active, outdoors and engaged

Clear Expectations & Support

• Well‑defined processes, procedures and work programs
• Clear leadership and supervision
• Tools, training and inductions to help you succeed and stay compliant

Who This Role Is For

This is a role for people who take pride in quality work, teamwork and contributing to outcomes that matter.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy hands‑on, practical work in a team environment
• Take pride in operating plant safely and competently
• Are reliable, punctual and take responsibility for your work
• Have a positive, “can‑do” attitude and adapt to changing work priorities
• Value safe work practices, environmental responsibility and ethical behaviour

What Do You Need to Be Successful?

Essential

• Construction Induction Certification (White Card).
• Class HR Drivers licence
• Previous experience in operation of various plant in a construction environment.

Desirable

• HRW licence for regulated plant.
• Current Implement Traffic Control Plans and Traffic Controller Certification.

Other details relating to this position are:

• Employment is under the Local Government (State) Award 2026.
• The positions are grade 4 in Council's salary system.
• Gross weekly wage range is $1174.30 to $1264.60 dependent upon the plant operator role, qualifications and experience.
• You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
• Cabonne Council proudly promotes the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Council's recruitment process consists of a range of pre-employment screening activities. This varies depending on the position, but may include:

• Interviews
• Pre-employment medical, drug and hearing testing, physical demands assessment
• Reference and identity checking
• Checking validity of qualifications

Cabonne Council is an equal opportunity employer embracing access and diversity in its recruitment process.

Cabonne Council is a Child Safe Organisation that is dedicated to respecting children and young people. We prioritise their voices and views and we are committed to taking proactive measures to always keep children safe.