Plant Operator/Labourer

17 hours ago

Cloncurry Queensland Australia Cloncurry Shire council Full time $63,000 per year

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Plant (Grader) Operator / Labourer to join our Rural Roads Crew within the Infrastructure and Environment Department.

About the Role

Reporting to the Rural Roads Supervisor, this role is responsible for operating plant and machinery, particularly graders and assisting with the maintenance and construction of rural roads and associated infrastructure across the Shire. The position also involves a range of labouring and maintenance duties to support the effective delivery of Council's rural works programs.

What We Offer

  • Full Time- Stream B- Level 5 -$63,000.00 per annum+ Superannuation.
  • 5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)
  • Monthly RDO (13 per year)
  • Personal (Sick) Leave
  • Remote Area Housing Allowance
  • Camp Allowance 

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate graders and other heavy plant in accordance with licence and competency requirements.
  • Perform final trim grading and formation maintenance of unsealed roads.
  • Conduct pre-start checks, maintenance, and defect reporting for all machinery.
  • Carry out general labouring duties, including road and street maintenance, sign installation, slashing, and litter collection.
  • Assist with kerb and channel repairs, linemarking, and other construction activities as required.
  • Adhere to Workplace Health and Safety and Environmental standards at all times.
  • Work cooperatively as part of the Rural Roads Crew and assist other teams as needed.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Demonstrated experience in grader operation, including final trim work.
  • Sound knowledge of civil construction, local government works, and rural road maintenance.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.

Mandatory requirements:

  • Manual C Class Driver's Licence
  • Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence
  • Construction White Card (prior to commencement)
  • Grader Operator Certification and Formation Grading of Unsealed Roads Certification
  • Current Police Clearance

Desirable qualifications:

  • Traffic Control / Traffic Management Accreditation
  • Heavy Combination (HC) Licence
  • Certificate III in Civil Construction (Plant Operations) or equivalent
  • Plant operator competencies across a range of machinery.

    For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD.

    Locals are encouraged to apply

    Applications close on 21 November 2025 at 12 pm.

    Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.


PD 3014 Plant Operator Labourer Rural Roads

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