Truck Driver

Shire of Banana; Biloela; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Shire of Banana is seeking a skilled Truck Operator to efficiently operate a range of Council rigid trucks and road plant for maintenance and construction projects within the Shire. You will comply with safety standards and work across locations as required.

The role requires a Queensland HC licence and commitment to safety, maintenance, and accurate record-keeping, with readiness to perform basic repairs and assist with traffic management as needed.

Formación

• Queensland HC class manual driver's licence is compulsory.
• QLD General Safety Induction – White or Blue Card required.
• Desirable: Implement Traffic Management Plans (ITMP).
• Desirable: Traffic Controller Licence.
• Desirable: Other Plant Operator Tickets.

Responsabilidades

• Operate and control a truck safely and efficiently to support road maintenance and other council activities.
• Provide high-quality plant operation services across locations within and outside the Shire.
• Assess site conditions and apply appropriate techniques for safe truck operations.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine servicing to plant and equipment.

Conocimientos

Operate road making plant

Teamwork

Educación

HC class manual driver’s licence (Queensland)

QLD General Safety Induction – White or Blue Card

Traffic Controller Licence

ITMP

Other Plant Operator Tickets

Herramientas

ITMP

Traffic Controller Licence

Other Plant Operator Tickets

Descripción del empleo

GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION

Efficiently operate a range of Council rigid trucks and road plant to meet required standards on maintenance and construction projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and control a truck safely and efficiently to support sealed and unsealed road maintenance and other Council operational activities
• Provide high-quality plant operation services to work teams across various locations within and outside the Shire, ensuring service delivery standards are achieved
• Assess site conditions and apply appropriate operational techniques to ensure safe and effective truck operations in varying environments and work conditions
• Conduct pre-start inspections and undertake routine servicing, maintenance, cleaning and minor adjustments to plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and Council procedures
• Monitor plant performance and promptly report faults, defects, maintenance requirements and safety concerns to ensure operational reliability and compliance
• Maintain accurate records of plant movements, operating hours, inspections, maintenance activities and work undertaken
• Read, interpret and apply work schedules, plans, site instructions, safety documentation and operational procedures
• Undertake traffic management activities and implement approved Traffic Control Plans in accordance with relevant legislation, standards and Council requirements
• Perform general labouring duties associated with the construction, maintenance and operation of Council assets and infrastructure
• Identify and report declared weeds, environmental hazards and other maintenance issues requiring further action
• Operate other small plant and equipment, where licensed, trained and competent, to support operational requirements
• Participate actively in toolbox meetings, safety briefings and team discussions, contributing to a positive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives
• Respond professionally to requests and enquiries from internal and external customers, maintaining a high standard of customer service
• Work collaboratively as part of a team while exercising initiative and judgement in the performance of allocated duties under limited supervision
• Assist supervisors and senior staff in identifying and implementing improved work processes, operational efficiencies and service delivery practices
• Assist with disaster management, emergency response and recovery operations as required
• Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations
• Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties, including providing and obtaining information
• Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position, e.g. timesheets
• Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices, as required
• Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
• Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

Compulsory

• Queensland ‘HC’ class manual driver’s licence
• QLD General Safety Induction – White or Blue Card
• Desirable
• Implement Traffic Management Plans (ITMP)
• Traffic Controller Licence
• Other Plant Operator Tickets

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Compulsory

• Ability to operate road making plant and provide basic repair and daily maintenance for road plant
• Demonstrated experience performing general labouring duties including concrete works and the ability to maintain small plant
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment under minimal supervision
• Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills
• Good understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices

CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS

• Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Customer service standards
• Council’s Code of Conduct
• Environment and Sustainability policy and procedure
• Human rights legislation, actively promoting its principles in all activities
• Human Resources policies and procedures
• Financial Management policies and procedures
• Records Management policies and procedures
• Disaster Management policies and procedures

SPECIFIC CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• The employee acknowledges that this role requires them to hold and maintain a minimum of a class ‘HC’ driver’s licence and that the loss of licence may jeopardise employment with Council.
• The employee agrees to be available for work on weekends and public holidays as required.
• The employee acknowledges this role is physically demanding and requires an adequate level of fitness to be held and maintained in order to successfully undertake manual labouring tasks.