Road & Drainage Plant Operator — Flexible Hours

Council Jobs; Maryborough; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annualised allowance $2,701

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Fraser Coast Regional Council is seeking a safety‑focused Plant Operator to join the Works Operations team in Maryborough. You will perform road construction and maintenance using Council plant, working outdoors and autonomously as well as with a team to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Experience with excavators is a plus; a White Card and a valid HC licence are required. You will also conduct pre‑start checks, support traffic management, and record activities in Council systems.

Qualifications

• Current General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Valid HC licence recognised in Queensland.
• Plant operation competency or statements of attainment for operation of excavator.
• Demonstrated experience operating plant and fleet in road construction, maintenance or drainage.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• WHS, environmental and risk management practices knowledge.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to use mobile devices and electronic work management systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and fleet for road and drainage construction and maintenance works.
• Undertake labouring duties to support operational works programs.
• Complete pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance.
• Support safe work practices, including traffic management requirements.
• Provide professional customer service when working in public environments.
• Record work activities, service requests and timesheets using Council systems.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Independent

Communication

Education

White Card

HC Licence

Plant operation competency

Tools

Excavator operation

Front-end Loader

Job description

Fraser Coast Regional Council is seeking a safety‑focused Plant Operator to join the Works Operations team in Maryborough. You will perform road construction and maintenance using Council plant, working outdoors and autonomously as well as with a team to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Experience with excavators is a plus; a White Card and a valid HC licence are required. You will also conduct pre‑start checks, support traffic management, and record activities in Council systems.