Plant Operator

20 hours ago

Maryborough, Queensland, Australia Fraser Coast Regional Council Full time $69,746 - $72,343 per year


Plant Operator

Infrastructure Operations

Permanent Full-Time

Maryborough

Operations Level 4 - $69,746 plus superannuation

  • + annualised allowance of $2,597
  • + 9-day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

We're seeking a skilled Plant Operator to join our Capital Delivery or Operations team. This role supports road and drainage construction and maintenance across the Fraser Coast. You'll be joining a collaborative team that values safety, initiative, and service.

What your day will look like:

  • Operate Council's Flocon Truck and other heavy plant
  • Perform construction and maintenance tasks
  • Conduct daily inspections and basic servicing of equipment
  • Maintain plant cleanliness and safety
  • Complete timesheets and activity records
  • Deliver excellent customer service while representing Council professionally

Please click here to view a full position description.

What you'll need for success:

  • MR Driver's Licence
  • Construction Induction Training (White Card)
  • Extensive experience operating plant and fleet for roads/drainage
  • Understanding of urban/rural construction and maintenance
  • Basic oral and written communication skills
  • Strong commitment to WH&S and teamwork
  • Ability to follow work programs and work under general supervision

What's nice to have:

  • Roller ticket
  • Additional plant operation tickets (eg. forklift, skid steer, hydraulic platform)

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

 

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.  Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

  • Values based culture
  • Employee discount shopping program
  • Professional development
  • Flexible working arrangements including work from home
  • Study assistance program
  • Novated leasing
  • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Paid emergency services leave
  • Uniform subsidy
  • Years of service rewards

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Wednesday 26 November 2025 – subject to change pending qualified applications received.

 

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Gray Hodgetts, Supervisor Road Maintenance on

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 


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