Plant Operator

3 days ago

Horsham Grampians, Australia Southern Grampians Shire Council Full time $60,000 - $70,000 per year

Band 3 - $32.45- $34.73 excluding superannuation and allowances

A full time position is available with the Southern Grampians Shire Council at the Penshurst Depot .This position is for a plant operator that involves road maintenance jobs such as pothole patching , tree trimming , roadside slashing , and general road maintenance as well as assisting with Councils road rehab works . A good understanding of OHS and plant operation would be desirable as well as being able to work in a team or on your own .

A current truck licence would be preferred

Frontend loader and backhoe experience would be desired .

Benefits of working at Council:

  • We encourage personal and professional growth
  • We understand the importance of work / life balance
  • We embrace change
  • We are committed to providing a safe work environment
  • We offer flexible work arrangements
  • We offer a 9 day fortnight

Working at Southern Grampians Shire Council provides great work life balance, competitive remuneration, salary sacrifice, access to health and wellbeing programs, and access to further training and development opportunities. We are a child safe organisation.

Further information for this role can be obtained by contacting Ross Sanders, East Sector Supervisor via phone on

Full details of this position are in the position description attached below.

How to apply:

  • Click the Apply button below
  • Download and read the position description here
  • Attach a resume and cover letter

Applications close: Wednesday, 24 September 2025

Heavy Rigid Vehicle Endorsed Drivers Licence (essential), Loader license (essential), Experience in operating loader and hook truck (desirable), Ability to use basic functions of computer, Customer service experience, Previous experience in resource recovery and waste management (desirable

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