Major Plant Operator

Salary: $59,041 - $66,363 p.a. plus 11.5% Super
- 9 day fortnight
- Additional allowance (Adverse Working Conditions)

**About the role**
This is a permanent full time position working 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight at the Ulladulla Works Depot.

This role contributes to the maintenance and improvement of Council assets through the operation of major plant items used to undertake maintenance and minor construction activities as well as supporting the day to day operations of the Works and Services Department. Our Works & Services team is divided in four districts that service the needs of 110,000 residents, covering an area of 4,500km squared and maintaintaining 1,800km of public roads as well as providing high levels of support to our community during emergencies.

**Duties**
Reporting directly to the Team Supervisor - Southern Maintenance, the focus of this position is to:

- Operate and maintain plant items, hand tools, machines and vehicles
- Undertake manual tasks such as shovelling, digging, screeding, landscaping, lifting, mowing etc.
- Ensure that works are compliant with relevant legislation and Council policies to minimize risk
- Assist in Council responses to emergencies and other operational needs

**Skills & Experience**
To be successful in the position, you will have:

- School Certificate level education or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience in operating major plant such as backhoe, dozer / compactor, excavator, front end loader, tractor, grader, street sweeper, water tanker, garbage compactor or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience in civil construction and/or maintenance activities.
- Current RMS Issued Traffic Control or SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Work Training Cards - ‘Traffic controller’ and ‘Implement traffic control plans
- Current General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Class HR Licence

We are looking for someone who is reliable and takes pride in their work and can demonstrate commitment to working within a team and adhering to safe work practices.

**About Shoalhaven City Council**
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

**Benefits**
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

- Generous Leave Entitlements
- Long Service Leave After 5 Years
- 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
- Flexitime for Indoor Staff
- Remote Working Arrangements
- Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease Arrangements
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training and Development Programs

**How to Apply**

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and why this resonates with you.
- Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
- How can you contribute to our community in the Major Plant Operator role?

**Contact**:Scott Bowman (Team Supervisor - Southern Maintenance) - 02 4429 8934

**Applications Close**:Sunday 12 January 2025 (at Midnight)

**_ **Please note successful applicants will not be contacted until late January for interviews to be scheduled early February**_**

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace.