Water Truck Operator

Shire of Banana; Taroom; Presencial; AUD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Shire of Banana is seeking an experienced Labourer to operate water trucks and support road maintenance and construction across the Shire. The role involves safe operation, routine servicing, and accurate record-keeping, with a focus on safety, customer service, and teamwork.

Applicants must hold an HR manual driver’s licence and complete White or Blue Card safety induction. Willingness to travel within the Shire and work a physically demanding schedule is essential.

Formación

• RIIMPO326E Conduct Water Vehicle Operations.
• HR class manual driver’s licence required.
• White or Blue Card safety induction required.

Responsabilidades

• Operate and control a water truck safely for road works and dust suppression.
• Provide reliable plant operation services across locations within the Shire.
• Perform pre-start checks, routine servicing and minor repairs per specs.
• Record plant movements, hours, inspections and maintenance activities.
• Read schedules, site instructions and safety docs and apply procedures.
• Undertake traffic management tasks and implement Traffic Control Plans.
• Collaborate with team, participate in toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Provide high standard customer service and maintain professional Council image.

Conocimientos

Water vehicle operations

Teamwork

Educación

HR Class manual driver's licence

QLD General Safety Induction - White or Blue Card

Descripción del empleo

GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION

To undertake labouring tasks and 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 water truck safely and efficiently to support road construction, maintenance, dust suppression, vegetation management 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 water 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
• Promote a positive image of Council through professional conduct, quality workmanship and effective communication with stakeholders
• Complete routine administrative and operational documentation associated with the position, including timesheets, inspection records, water extraction log, maintenance reports and plant logbooks
• 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

• RIIMPO326E Conduct Water Vehicle Operations
• Queensland 'HR' class manual driver's licence
• QLD General Safety Induction - White or Blue Card.

Desirable

• Implement Traffic Management Plans (ITMP)
• Traffic Control Licence
• Other Plant Operator Competences.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Compulsory

• Basic literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment under minimal supervision
• Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.

Desirable

• Experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a maintenance or construction infrastructure environment.

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 'HR' manual driver's licence and that the loss of licence may jeopardise employment with Council
• The employee agrees to be available to travel within and outside of Shire boundaries for work and training purposes and may be required to work away from home for unspecified periods of time
• 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.