Plant Operator

Overview

Application Closing Date: 21 September 2025

Plant Operator - Southern Regional Livestock Exchange (Casual Position) offering up to 30 hours per week. Attractive and competitive salary: $41.29 per hour + 12% Superannuation.

The Southern Regional Livestock Exchange (SRLX) is located in Moss Vale and is one of the top ten cattle saleyards in New South Wales. We are seeking hands-on, community-minded individuals to support one of NSW’s livestock facilities.

The Opportunity

As a Plant Operator at SRLX, you’ll report to the SLRX Team Leader and operate a fleet of small and large plant to support the management of cattle and facilities with safe, efficient, and best practice operating methods, while providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Why Wingecarribee?

Wingecarribee Shire is at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, renowned for its natural beauty, strong community connections, and thriving local economy. As a council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative future, ensuring our residents enjoy a high quality of life while preserving the unique character of our Shire. Guided by our Community Strategic Plan 2035, we are working towards a connected and resilient community where technology plays a vital role in enhancing services, fostering collaboration, and driving efficiency. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to shaping a future-ready ICT environment, supporting a council that values innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation.

RESPECT values

Wingecarribee Shire Council’s RESPECT values drive the way we work: Resilience, Empathy, Safety, Pride, Efficiency, Courage, and Teamwork. These principles guide how we work, support our community, and drive positive change every day.

What you'll need to succeed

1. Experience in a maintenance role, manual labouring role, or plant operations role.

2. Ability to work in a multi-skilled, team-based environment.

3. Effective communicator with customers, team members, and contractors.

4. Ability to prioritise work tasks based upon customer/supplier needs and environmental conditions.

5. Experience working with livestock or animals would be highly favourable.

6. Hold and maintain MR Drivers Licence and WHS Induction Card (White Card).

7. Willingness to complete a pre-employment medical prior to commencement.

What's in it for you

- Attractive salary + 12% superannuation

- Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines

- Career development & learning support – tertiary assistance available

- Community & social engagement – opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives

- Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating staff achievements

How to Apply

This is your chance to contribute to a vital part of the local agricultural industry while building a stable, meaningful career with local government. Apply now

Submit the following documents:

- Your Resume – showcasing your skills & experience.

- Relevant Certifications – qualifications and licenses.

- Mandatory Application Questions – Answer the relevant questions by explaining how your expertise aligns with each question.

Questions?

- Contact Amy Murray (Acting Coordinator Business Services) on 02 4868 0888.

Applications close: 21 September 2025 – don’t miss this opportunity.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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