Road Maintenance Plant Operator

City of Wodonga; City of Wodonga; Presencial; AUD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Career development

Leave entitlements

Flexible work options

Health & wellbeing

Descripción de la vacante

City of Wodonga is seeking a practical, safety-conscious plant operator to maintain our road network across both sealed and unsealed surfaces. You will operate heavy plant and equipment, perform pre-operational inspections, and support programmed and responsive maintenance in a dynamic outdoor setting.

Travel to diverse worksites, manage traffic controls, and coordinate with the Roads Maintenance team. A strong commitment to safe work practices and clear communication will help you contribute to

Formación

• Practical and safety-conscious plant operator with civil construction or road maintenance experience.
• Ability to operate relevant heavy plant and equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Review daily work program and prepare plant, vehicles, tools and materials; perform pre-operational inspections.
• Travel to various worksites for programmed or responsive maintenance on sealed and unsealed roads.
• Operate heavy plant and equipment, manage traffic controls, monitor conditions and protect crew and community.
• Check quality and safety of completed work; report defects and maintain records and timesheets.

Conocimientos

Plant operation

Civil construction

Road maintenance

Herramientas

Heavy machinery

Descripción del empleo

Help maintain the roads and infrastructure our community relies on every day. In this practical outdoor role, you will operate heavy plant and equipment while completing programmed and responsive maintenance across Wodonga’s sealed and unsealed road network.

Key aspects of the role:

Start the day ready for the job
Review the day’s work program, check site conditions and prepare the required plant, vehicles, tools and materials. Complete pre-operational inspections, confirm equipment is safe and serviceable, and discuss work priorities or emerging issues with the Roads Maintenance Coordinator and team.

Work across Wodonga’s road network
Travel to different worksites and complete programmed or responsive maintenance on sealed and unsealed roads. A typical day may involve repairing potholes and pavement, maintaining road edges and shoulders, supporting resealing or crack-sealing works, controlling dust, or clearing and maintaining drainage assets and rural culverts.

Operate plant and keep worksites safe Use heavy plant, vehicles and equipment suited to each activity while monitoring changing traffic, weather and ground conditions. Set up and follow approved worksite and traffic controls, identify hazards and adjust work methods within established procedures to protect the crew, road users and surrounding community.

Wrap up and prepare for what’s next
Check the quality and safety of completed work, clean and secure equipment, and report defects or outstanding maintenance needs. Complete timesheets, work orders, plant hire details and job records accurately, keeping the team informed so upcoming work can be scheduled and resourced effectively.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for a practical and safety-conscious plant operator with experience completing civil construction or road maintenance activities. Confidence operating relevant heavy plant and equipment, applying established work methods and contributing effectively within an outdoor operational team is essential.

The successful candidate will bring sound judgement, effective communication skills and the ability to organise assigned work around operational priorities and site conditions. A strong commitment to safe work practices, quality outcomes, responsible use of Council resources and courteous community service is also important.

Why join us?

At Wodonga Council, we support your growth and wellbeing with:

• Career Development– Ongoing learning, mentoring, and progression opportunities.
• Leave Entitlements– Generous and flexible leave to support work-life balance.
• Flexible Work Options– Where applicable, enjoy adaptable hours and flexible work arrangements.
• Health & Wellbeing– Access to Fitness Passport, EAP, and other wellness initiatives.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following

• A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months)
• Evidence of eligibility to work in Australia
• Plant and machinery qualifications as listed in the position description
• The completion of a pre-employment functional assessment (paid for by the council) will also be required.

Enquiries

Position – Hiring Manager – Phone - email

This position may be filled prior to the closing date if an exceptional applicant is identified.