Plant Operator – Water Services (Backhoe/Excavator)

Banana Shire Council; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Banana Shire Council in Queensland seeks a practical labourer to join the water services team, performing general labouring duties and operating plant to required standards.

This role requires MR driver’s licence and a Certificate of Competency in Backhoe, with willingness to work weekends and on-call. The successful candidate will support safe plant operations and contribute to reliable water services.

Qualifications

• MR licence (minimum provisional) and Certificate of Competency – Backhoe are compulsory.
• Desirable: HR licence and plant tickets (e.g., skidsteer, forklift).
• Basic interpersonal, numeracy, and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labouring duties.
• Operate backhoe, excavator and other plant to the required standard.
• Provide assistance to the team as required.
• Participate in toolbox and team meetings.
• Assist with maintenance of Water and Sewerage Treatment Plants.
• Contribute to positive public relations for the Council.
• Liaise with clients and other stakeholders.
• Undertake routine administrative tasks (e.g., timesheets).
• Assist senior staff to improve work processes.
• Participate in training and disaster management activities.
• Undertake other duties as directed.

Skills

General labouring

Plant operation

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

WHS awareness

Education

Certificate of Competency – Backhoe

MR class driver’s licence

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Forklift

Job description

Banana Shire Council in Queensland seeks a practical labourer to join the water services team, performing general labouring duties and operating plant to required standards.

This role requires MR driver’s licence and a Certificate of Competency in Backhoe, with willingness to work weekends and on-call. The successful candidate will support safe plant operations and contribute to reliable water services.