Plant Operator - Water Truck

Western Downs Regional Council; Wandoan; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance

12% superannuation

Uniforms & PPE provided

Job summary

Western Downs Regional Council in Wandoan, QLD is seeking a Plant Operator for Water Truck operations. You will undertake maintenance and construction duties through skilled operation of council's plant fleet.

Responsibilities include operating plant, performing pre-start checks, and ensuring safe work practices while contributing to team objectives and community service.

Qualifications

• Competency verified in operating various plant and equipment.
• Servicing minor repairs and pre-start inspections of earthmoving equipment.
• Operation of mechanical or electrical hand tools in construction and maintenance works.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and equipment to support civil construction and maintenance tasks.
• Maintain equipment and perform pre-start checks.
• Communicate effectively to ensure understanding of equipment and tasks.
• Adhere to safe work practices to minimise risks.

Skills

Plant operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communications

Tools

Earthmoving equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Western Downs Regional Council – Wandoan QLD

The Plant Operator - Water Truck is responsible for undertaking maintenance and construction duties through the skilled operation of Council's plant fleet. This role encompasses a range of duties and responsibilities which may vary as directed by Council.

Key responsibilities

Providing a high standard of operating skills on civil construction and maintaining plant and other equipment

Communicating effectively to ensure an understanding in maintaining assigned equipment

Completing allocated tasks consistently within agreed time frames

Being aware and adhering to safe work practices to ensure all risks are minimised

About you

Verification of Competency in the operation of various types of plant and equipment

Servicing minor repairs and pre-start inspection of various types of earthmoving equipment

Operation of various types of mechanical or electrical hand tools and equipment in Construction and Maintenance Works

Operating various civil construction plant to the required tolerances with due regard to the presence of services

Maintaining harmony within a team and fostering good working relationships with all Council employees, public and visitors

Work/life balance with flexible work arrangements and wellness programs

Superannuation contribution of twelve (12) per cent in addition to annual salary

Growth opportunities including skill development, mentorship, and career advancement

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support

Access to free Employee Assistance Program and confidential counselling

Salary Packaging Available

Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable

17.5% leave loading on top of base rate of pay while on Annual Leave

Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be provided if relocating to the Western Downs Region

About us

Western Downs Regional Council has been awarded the Large Employer of the Year award at the Darling Downs South West Region Queensland Training Awards for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. Be part of a team that makes a real difference within the communities we serve. Our mission drives us, and we want you to be part of the journey.