Grader Operator

The details:

• Permanent Full Time | 9 day fortnight
• $71,286 pa (includes industry allowance and uniform allowance) + 12% super (level 6)
• Progression in remuneration is available for this position - up to level 9 (currently $77,400 pa - including industry and uniform allowances + super)
• Great news - EBA6 currently is underway, with a proposed remuneration increase of 5% effective 1 July 2025
• 76 hour fortnight
• Location: Site based with a home depot location of Caboolture - please note, whilst this position has an allocated home depot location, the work will be based across various sites within the area and our team members will start and finish on the job site.
• Travel allowance is applicable when travelling distances further than your home depot location

As a Grader Operator, your primarily responsibility will be to operate a grader to undertake full pavement reconstruction duties This position is part of Council's internal Construction team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating the Grader as your main duty, including final trim works
• Conducting daily pre-start inspections on relevant plant and equipment
• Reporting any defects, safety concerns or issues related to the machinary or ongoing projects
• Operating additional plant and equipment as needed, within the scope of your training and licences

This role requires a flexible approach to equipment operation and a strong commitment to safety protocols. You'll be an integral part of the team delivering Council's internal construction projects, with a focus on road pavement construction.

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We are focused on delivering on our corporate values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability, and we are seeking people who resonate with these values.

About you

You'll have demonstrated relevant experience in a similar position operating a Grader to reconstruct pavements, including final trim. Your application will demonstrate previous experience operating a range of medium plant equipment used in civil construction or maintenance activities, with a particular emphasis on Grader operation.

You will bring your excellent communication skills, ability to work as part of a team and your experience undertaking manual operational tasks in a safety conscious environment. Safety is also a key priority for us as an organisation, and we will be seeking candidates who not only have the knowledge and physical ability to safely undertake the manual tasks required in this role, we want you to have a genuine desire to contribute to a positive safety culture.

Paired with the above mentioned skills and experience, you will also hold a current truck licence (minimum HR - heavy rigid class), a Construction Induction Card and Certification in the operation of a Grader (LG). Any other certification to operate plant/equipment would be considered desirable.

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It's the same with your career.

We're the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia's newest city, we're building something that's never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we're focused on the vital work we do today. But we're also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here's what you'll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we're building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that's never been done before.
• Shape it. You'll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it's yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don't live here, you'll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, and Mates in Construction program.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a medical and hearing assessment with an independent professional nominated by Council, and a National Criminal History Check (all at no cost to you).

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City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.**