▷ Apply in 3 Minutes: Plant Operator

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The plant operator is responsible for operating a range of plant and equipment to undertake plant operation and labouring tasks associated with the maintenance and construction of roads, drainage and other civil infrastructure including but not limited to earthworks, concrete, pipe laying, bitumen and vegetation work across the Singleton road network. Daily maintenance and pre-start checks of assigned plant are also key responsibilities of the role.

Essential to this role is demonstrated current working knowledge of road construction and maintenance tasks and techniques, coupled with experience/tickets/VOC with road construction plant and equipment, along with proven competency in undertaking specified labouring duties for civil construction projects and maintenance tasks.

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working 76 hours per fortnight on a team-based 9-day fortnight.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 5 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $2377 - $2674 per fortnight plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

- Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
- Health + Wellbeing Leave
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include:

- Rostered Day Off
- 9-day fortnight

Your leave benefits include:

- Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
- Annual Leave
- Sick + Carer’s Leave
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
- Parental Leave
- Domestic + Family Violence Leave
- Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

- Training Courses + Professional Development
- Education Assistance
- Leadership Development Program
- Emerging Leaders Program
- 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

- ESSPecialist Program Awards
- Service Awards
- Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community, contact us further or explore our webpages.

To be valued at Singleton Council, check out our careers page and see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Leigh Hall, Coordinator Civil Operations on 0499 554 043.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE WEDNESDAY 22 OCTOBER 2025.

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