Versatile Operator - Civil Infrastructure & Roads

Council Jobs; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Annual salary reviews

Long Service Leave

Education and training support

Salary packaging scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

MyLeave

Job summary

Byron Shire Council is seeking a skilled Multi Skilled Operator to join our Works team. This hands-on role involves operating a range of plant and trucks while delivering construction, maintenance and improvement works across the shire.

You will support works crews on diverse projects including roads, bridges, stormwater, water and sewer, parks and public facilities, in a region renowned for its lifestyle. The role includes on-call duties and a focus on safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining major plant and/or trucks such as excavators, loaders, graders, backhoes, tipper trucks or similar equipment.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and contribute positively within a team environment.
• Experience performing a range of civil construction and labouring duties.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality service delivery.
• Current Drivers Licence and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plant, trucks and equipment in accordance with licenses, tickets and competency requirements.
• Undertake construction, maintenance and labouring activities across Council infrastructure assets.
• Assist with the planning and delivery of daily works programs.
• Supervise staff or coordinate traffic control activities on minor works, as required.
• Ensure equipment and resources are operated safely and maintained appropriately.
• Provide a high level of customer service when engaging with residents, contractors and stakeholders.
• Participate in a rostered on-call system and responding to emergency works when required.

Skills

Plant & truck operation

Staff supervision

Civil construction & labouring

Safety & quality service

Licences & tickets

MR/HR/HC licences

Traffic control & plans

Overhead power line awareness

Bridge/concrete works

Job description

Byron Shire Council is seeking a skilled Multi Skilled Operator to join our Works team. This hands-on role involves operating a range of plant and trucks while delivering construction, maintenance and improvement works across the shire.

You will support works crews on diverse projects including roads, bridges, stormwater, water and sewer, parks and public facilities, in a region renowned for its lifestyle. The role includes on-call duties and a focus on safety and customer service.