Roads & Public Works Plant Operator

Wyndham City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyndham City Council in Melbourne’s western suburbs is seeking a Civil Maintenance Plant Operator to join the Roads and Maintenance team at Hoppers Crossing. You will operate vehicles and small plant, perform routine maintenance, and help keep roads and public spaces safe for the community.

Applicants should hold a Victorian HR truck licence, be safety-focused, and able to work both independently and in a team. The role includes a band 3 salary from AUD 75,715.99 per year plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Current Victorian driver’s licence with minimum HR truck licence.
• Ability to follow work schedules safely and to standard.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance work across roads, road reserves and other Council assets.
• Operate vehicles and small plant, including equipment such as compactors and truck mounted cranes.
• Identify and report maintenance issues such as potholes, damaged pit lids and spills.
• Complete daily checks and basic maintenance of vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Assist with traffic control and support other maintenance crews when required.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE.
• Respond to changing work priorities and support urgent maintenance tasks.

Skills

HR Truck Licence

Safety mindset

Team player

Good communication

Tools

Vehicle operation

Small plant

Traffic control

Job description

Wyndham City Council in Melbourne’s western suburbs is seeking a Civil Maintenance Plant Operator to join the Roads and Maintenance team at Hoppers Crossing. You will operate vehicles and small plant, perform routine maintenance, and help keep roads and public spaces safe for the community.

Applicants should hold a Victorian HR truck licence, be safety-focused, and able to work both independently and in a team. The role includes a band 3 salary from AUD 75,715.99 per year plus superannuation.