Plant Operator

20 hours ago

Ballina, Australia Ballina Shire Council Full time

**ABOUT US**:

- Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**:
**Position**

As a member of Council's road maintenance team, this position is responsible for operating a truck and a range of other plant and machinery items to assist in the completion of section projects. Although the position of Plant Operator will be required to rotate between work crews, this position will predominantly be placed within Council’s road patching crew. A key responsibility of the position will therefore be to conduct a variety of associated road patching / pothole repair labouring duties.

**To be successful you will bring**
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Class MR driver licence with relevant operational experience and a good and safe driving record.
- Demonstrated experience in the operation of various plant items (such as tractor/slasher, roller, front end loader, backhoe, etc.) and basic mechanical knowledge.
- Demonstrated understanding of and experience in concrete / road construction and maintenance duties associated with roads and roadsides.
- Demonstrated experience in and ability to perform a range of physical labouring duties.

**The rewards**
- A salary range of $57,500 to $66,000 per annum (plus 11.5% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- 9 day fortnight working arrangement.
- Fitness Passport membership options.
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Learning and career development opportunities.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.

**Applications close**

11.30pm on Friday 28 February 2025

**Specific enquiries**

Aaron Keen | Team Leader Road Maintenance | 02 6681 0535

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