Plant Operator

2 days ago

Griffith, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

Plant Operator – Grader/Team Leader (Permanent) – Griffith City Council. The role is to operate a grader and lead a small crew while conducting road construction and maintenance operations in a safe, economical and proficient manner. It also includes managing and maintaining team vehicles and plant equipment and developing operational skills of team members.

Responsibilities
  • Operate a grader and lead a small crew on council road construction and maintenance projects.
  • Manage and maintain team transport and associated plant to manufacturers' specifications.
  • Develop and promote the operational skills of team members.
  • Ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with relevant standards.
Qualifications
  • Current Australian HR truck licence.
  • General Construction Induction training card (White Card).
  • Ability to operate and maintain a Grader and related plant; manage team transport and other plant to manufacturers' specifications.
  • Please include copies of all relevant licenses, competencies and qualifications with your application.
Hours and Conditions

Hours of work: 38 hours per week.

Salary and conditions: Annual salary range $69,735.12 to $76,703.12 (Grade 9), Plus Superannuation and Rostered Day Off once a fortnight.

Benefits
  • Location & Lifestyle
  • 4 weeks annual leave
  • 3 weeks sick leave each year
  • 5 weeks Long Service Leave after 5 years
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Employee Health & Assistance programs
  • Access to the fitness passport program
  • Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience
Special Conditions

Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply.

Application Details

Applications close: Monday 22 September 2025

For questions about the role, contact James Taliano on 1300 176 077.

EOI Statement: Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQIA+, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with disability are encouraged to reach out so they can be supported in recruitment processes.


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