Multi-Skilled Plant Operator

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Maranoa Regional Council Full time

About Maranoa Regional Council: Maranoa Regional Council is a dynamic and forward-thinking local government organisation, committed to serving the community and fostering sustainable development. As a part of our dedicated team, you will contribute to the strategic leadership that shapes the future of Maranoa.

About the Region: The Maranoa region, located approximately 500km west of Brisbane, covers 58,830km and is home to around 13,000 people. With a proud agricultural history, the region has experienced industrial expansion in the energy and tourism sectors.

The opportunity:

Council is recruiting to fill multiple Multi-Skilled Plant Operator & Labourer vacancies in our regional locations (Roma, Yuleba, Surat, Injune and Mitchell).

Parks & Open Spaces - Roma

Maintain the presentation of the Roma's parks and open spaces in line with service level standards, including but not limited to:

  • Maintenance of open spaces, parks and gardens, including mowing, weed control /spraying, irrigation, landscaping and pruning
  • Slashing, whipper snipping and weed control including town entrance ways and Cemetery
  • Litter control in parks, open spaces, and town approaches
  • Maintenance of gutters and drainage infrastructure for parks & open spaces
  • Mowing of parks & open spaces, footpaths and pathways
  • Tree maintenance
  • Inspection of park infrastructure i.e., playgrounds
  • Garden beds and street scape enhancements and maintenance.

Town & Surrounds - Regional Positions

To undertake a range of plant operation and labouring duties to assist a variety of areas within Council such as:

  • Ensure town entrances are presentable by slashing, spraying and mowing.
  • Undertake litter collection in local streets, parks, open spaces and town approaches.
  • Maintain and clean culverts, gutters, drains and streets.
  • Perform general maintenance to parks, gardens and open spaces by mowing, weed control/spraying, irrigation, landscaping and pruning.
  • Perform minor pavement and footpath repairs/maintenance, as required.
  • Aerodromes
  • Assistance with the delivery of burials and cemetery maintenance
  • Waste facilities.

Road Construction / Maintenance

To construct and/or maintain Council's road network and other assets to required service level standards through the provision of skilled plant operations, including but not limited to:

  • Undertake daily servicing and maintenance for plant, equipment and machinery to ensure optimal capacity and efficiency levels and to avoid unscheduled operational downtime.
  • Maintain Road construction/maintenance documentation and plant records as per Council's Integrated Maranoa Management System (IMMS) and plant management policies and procedures.
  • Provide skilled plant operation to assist with maintenance requirements such as repairs, renewals and upgrades.
  • Operate a variety of handheld tools and machinery as required.
  • Conduct kerb and channel works.

Road Regional Projects

To construct and/or maintain Council's road network and other assets to required service level standards through the provision of skilled plant operations and Labourer support.

  • Undertake general labouring duties and participate in multi-skilled plant operator team tasks
  • Perform general plant, equipment and site maintenance during non-production or when required
  • Site preparation and clean up
  • Set-up, maintenance, and collection of traffic control signage as per Council's traffic control plans
  • Operate a variety of handheld tools and machinery
  • Completion of relevant Integrated Maranoa Management System (IMMS) forms and checklists

Urban Streets, Drainage, & Footpaths - Roma

Maintain the presentation of the Roma area in line with service level standards, including but not limited to:

  • Slashing, whipper sniping and weed control around urban streets including town entrances
  • Litter control in urban streets and town approaches
  • Maintenance of culverts, gutters and drainage infrastructure
  • Maintenance of long drains and vacant land
  • Daily cleaning of Roma's CBD
  • Street tree maintenance
  • Assistance with the delivery of burials and cemetery maintenance

Water, Sewerage, & Gas

Maintenance of work sites and general housekeeping prior to completion including mowing, slashing, weed control and collection of waste material

  • Repairs to fences, gates, buildings and other structures
  • Complete traffic control signage set up, maintenance and collect as per traffic control plans
  • Maintenance of valve and hydrant boxes and markers
  • Contribute to preventative maintenance tasks as required
  • Assist with water main repairs and sewer blockages and overflows
  • Maintenance of services at other council facilities
  • Perform site visits and take samples and readings as required
  • Collection and swapping of chemical containers
  • Conduct gas meter readings, as required
  • Perform manual duties to contribute to water, sewerage and gas repairs, upgrades and renewals
  • Carry out site preparation and clean up for specific

A position within our Water, Sewerage & Gas team is required to be rostered for after-hours on-call duties and/or may be required to work flexible hours as required by operational needs.

About working with Council:

  • Full time, permanent positions - 38 hours per week
  • Fortnightly Rostered Days Off
  • 5 weeks annual leave
  • 15 days personal leave
  • Employee Assistance Program & Social Club
  • Salary sacrifice facilities (i.e., rural remote rent assistance, novated leasing, additional super contributions)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Entitled to Maranoa Locality Allowance - $72.00 Per Fortnight
  • Applicable allowances as per the Award

About you:

To be successful you will need to demonstrate that you meet the below mandatory requirements for the role:

  • C (Car) Class Driver Licence
  • General Construction Induction (White) Card
  • Experience in plant operator, civil construction, horticulture and/or local government

This role will require reference checks, medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen, driver's licence check and criminal history check.

Please be advised that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Council reserves the right to close the listing early if a suitable candidate is selected.

How to apply:

Press the Apply now button to complete the online application form. Please include:

  • a covering letter stating why you are interested in the position and what you will bring to Maranoa Regional Council
  • a current resume (CV)
  • address the questions presented in the application form

We recommend you prepare these documents before you commence your online application because you will be asked to upload them.

Click Submit

Maranoa Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We actively support diversity and inclusion in our workplace.



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