Water Services Plant Operator

Banana Shire Council; Biloela; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Banana Shire Council in Queensland is seeking a hands-on Labourer to support the water services team with general labour tasks and the operation of plant such as backhoe and excavator.

The role involves maintenance work at Water and Sewerage Treatment Plants, assisting senior staff, participating in toolbox meetings, and complying with Workplace Health and Safety and environmental policies. A Queensland MR class driver licence and a Certificate of Competency – Backhoe are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven general labouring experience.
• Valid MR class manual driver’s licence (minimum provisional).
• Certificate of Competency – Backhoe required.
• Plant operation experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labouring duties.
• Operate backhoe, excavator and other plant to required standard.
• Provide assistance to the team as required.
• Participate in toolbox and team meetings.
• Assist with maintenance of Water and Sewerage Treatment Plants.
• Contribute to promoting Council’s image and public relations.
• Liaise with clients and authorities in performance of duties.
• Undertake routine administrative tasks (e.g., timesheets).
• Assist senior staff to improve work processes and develop new practices.
• Participate in training, exercises and disaster response as required.
• Undertake other duties as directed.

Skills

Labouring skills

Plant operation

Teamwork

Communication

WHS/EEO compliance

Education

MR manual driver's licence

Certificate of Competency – Backhoe

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Skidsteer loader

Forklift

Job description

Banana Shire Council in Queensland is seeking a hands-on Labourer to support the water services team with general labour tasks and the operation of plant such as backhoe and excavator.

The role involves maintenance work at Water and Sewerage Treatment Plants, assisting senior staff, participating in toolbox meetings, and complying with Workplace Health and Safety and environmental policies. A Queensland MR class driver licence and a Certificate of Competency – Backhoe are essential.