Roadworks Pro: Civil Construction Operator

Council Jobs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Fortnightly RDO

Job summary

Yarra City Council is seeking a skilled Civil Construction Worker/Operator to join the Road Services Unit. You will operate heavy machinery and support civil construction and road maintenance across the municipality, ensuring safety, quality, and teamwork.

The role requires HR licence and traffic management qualifications, with duties spanning road, footpath, signage, and street furniture maintenance as well as operational record-keeping. Applications close with a pre-employment process.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction, including asphalt, concrete, and bluestone works.
• Proficiency in operating heavy machinery (e.g., excavators, skid steers).
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and site protocols.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• HR licence and traffic management qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance and repair of roads, footpaths, kerbs, channels, and drainage infrastructure.
• Support concreting, asphalting, and bluestone works.
• Operate heavy machinery for excavation, grading, levelling, material spreading, compaction, and site clean-up.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests and address safety hazards.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and equipment usage.
• Assist with traffic management and site safety setups.
• Ensure plant and equipment are secured at the end of each workday.
• Inspect and maintain street signage and furniture for safety and appearance.
• Perform installation, cleaning, and repair works.
• Identify and program areas for ongoing maintenance.
• Complete daily plant inspection sheets and activity logs.
• Report asset maintenance needs, street cleansing issues, or graffiti observed during duties.
• Ensure compliance with Council’s Road Management Plan response timeframe.

Skills

Civil construction

Heavy machinery operation

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

HR licence & traffic management

Job description

Yarra City Council is seeking a skilled Civil Construction Worker/Operator to join the Road Services Unit. You will operate heavy machinery and support civil construction and road maintenance across the municipality, ensuring safety, quality, and teamwork.

The role requires HR licence and traffic management qualifications, with duties spanning road, footpath, signage, and street furniture maintenance as well as operational record-keeping. Applications close with a pre-employment process.