Effective Road Infrastructure Manager

Join a dynamic team as we seek an experienced Plant Operator to play a key role in maintaining and constructing roads and infrastructure across our region.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join our maintenance team. As a Plant Operator, you will be responsible for operating road graders and/or tractor and roller combination units to perform construction and maintenance activities. You will also be required to operate loaders, backhoes, trucks, mowers, and minor plant equipment to deliver Council's maintenance and construction programs, as licensed.

The successful candidate will have:

• A strong understanding of civil construction practices and procedures;
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical fitness and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

The Plant Operator will be responsible for:

• Operating road graders and/or tractor and roller combination units to perform construction and maintenance activities;
• Operating loaders, backhoes, trucks, mowers, and minor plant equipment to deliver Council's maintenance and construction programs, as licensed;
• General labouring duties associated with parks and roads maintenance and construction such as road dig outs, patching and potholing, roadside spraying and vegetation removal, and repair/installation of culverts, road signs and guideposts, as directed;
• Ensuring OHS responsibilities are met, adhere to policies and procedures, and ensure safe work practices, including installing and monitoring warning signs, safety lights, barricades and other traffic management works;
• Carrying out daily routine inspections, maintenance and minor repairs on assigned plant and equipment and report faults;
• Accurately recording daily work activities and submitting to coordinator.

Requirements

The successful candidate will need to possess:

• A Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance) or proven experience in road construction;
• A current heavy rigid vehicle licence, with the ability to complete a verification of competency in one of the following tickets: Grader; Wheeled Front End Loader; Roller Operations; Backhoe/Loader Operations; Skid Steer Operations;
• OHS, First Aid, and relevant plant competency certificates;
• Experience in basic road and drainage construction & maintenance work;
• Ability to undertake minor maintenance/repairs to equipment;
• Understanding and commitment to OHS practices - relevant OHS cards.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• A supportive and family-friendly workplace;
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle;
• Access to extensive training and education opportunities;
• Superannuation information sessions with Vision Super;
• Salary packaging and novated leases;
• Access to wellness initiatives like annual flu shots and skin checks;
• Corporate gym discounts at five gyms across the shire;
• Benefits and discounts for certain businesses and insurances;
• Generous parental leave (16 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers, on top of government-provided paid parental leave);
• Up to two days paid volunteer leave after the first 12 months of service;
• Cultural and ceremonial leave;
• Opportunities for purchased leave to better accommodate your lifestyle.

Workplace Culture

We pride ourselves on being a friendly and approachable organisation that values diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to create a workplace culture that is welcoming, respectful, and empowering for all employees. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that promotes flexibility, innovation, and collaboration.