Tractor & Slasher Operator – Roadside & Firebreaks

Somerset Regional Council. Council’s PID Co; Somerset Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Superannuation 12%

9-day fortnight

Novated leasing

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Professional development

Study assistance

Job summary

Somerset Regional Council is seeking an experienced Tractor/Slasher Operator to join its multi-disciplined team. You will operate a tractor and flail mower to undertake slashing and vegetation management on roadsides, firebreaks and other land, plus perform various construction and maintenance tasks across the Region.

The role requires experience with slashing and vegetation management, a nationally recognised certificate for plant operation, sound WHS knowledge, and good interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with slashing, mowing and vegetation management operations
• Certificate of competency for operation of relevant plant and machinery (nationally recognised RII or VOC qualification)
• Sound knowledge of work health and safety requirements
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor and flail mower with powered implements to undertake slashing and vegetation management on roadsides
• Perform construction and maintenance tasks at various locations within the Region
• Comply with work health and safety requirements

Skills

Experience with slashing

Education

Certificate of competency for plant/machinery operation (RII/VOC)

Job description

Somerset Regional Council is seeking an experienced Tractor/Slasher Operator to join its multi-disciplined team. You will operate a tractor and flail mower to undertake slashing and vegetation management on roadsides, firebreaks and other land, plus perform various construction and maintenance tasks across the Region.

The role requires experience with slashing and vegetation management, a nationally recognised certificate for plant operation, sound WHS knowledge, and good interpersonal skills.