Plant Operator

5 days ago


Sutherland Shire, Australia Sutherland Shire Council Full time

**Plant Operator (Open Space)**:

- Join a dedicated team maintaining beautiful open spaces in the Sutherland Shire
- Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on safety and efficiency
- Opportunity for professional development and continuous improvement
- Enjoy a supportive work culture that values collaboration and respect

**About Sutherland Shire Council**:
Sutherland Shire Council is committed to enhancing the quality of life for our community by delivering exceptional services and fostering sustainable growth. Our team is dedicated to maintaining the beautiful parks and open spaces that make our region a desirable place to live and work.

We pride ourselves on our can-do attitude and collaborative spirit, ensuring that every staff member contributes to our vision of a vibrant and accessible community. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our residents through our environmental initiatives and community-focused programs.

**Your Role as a Plant Operator**:
As a Plant Operator, you will play a crucial role in the ongoing maintenance of our horticultural assets across the Shire. This physical and fulfilling position requires self-management and teamwork to ensure that all tasks are completed efficiently, effectively, and safely, in accordance with Council’s Operating Procedures.

**Who We're Looking For**:

- A valid Class MR driver’s licence (or ability and willingness to obtain within 3 months of commencement) and NSW WHS General Induction Card (White card) is essential for this role.
- Relevant experience in a similar role, with proficiency in operating equipment such as tractors, ride-on mowers, and commercial wood-chippers.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to safety practises within the workplace.
- Certificate 2 in Horticulture or Arboriculture, Traffic Control Certificates, Chemcert (AQF3) qualification would be highly regarded.

Join our Team and Grow with Us
- **Interview date**:Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing date
- **Package**:$62,916 - $66,690 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
- **Hours of work**: Permanent Full time - 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

**About Us**:
If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.
- At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community - we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.


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