Plant Operator / Water Truck – Capella

Plant Operator / Water Truck – Capella

Work Type:  Full Time
Location:  Capella
Department: Infrastructure and Utilities
Remuneration:  Award Stream B, Level 6: $61,927.72 plus Superannuation

Are you an experienced Water Truck Operator located in the Capella area?

Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking an experienced water truck operator to join their road maintenance team in Capella.  This role involves assisting in the completion of road maintenance and construction projects.

If you are a skilled civil operator and are looking for an opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects located in the Central Highlands Region then we want to hear from you!

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:

• Experience in a similar role and ability to competently operate water tuck
• A positive and flexible approach towards a range of tasks including general labouring
• Willingness to work on rural job sites which will involve staying in a camp environment when required
• Current Queensland Heavy Rigid or Heavy Combination Drivers Licence
• Construction White Card

Having the following licences/tickets are not essential, but would be beneficial:

• Statement of Attainment or tickets for various small plant equipment
• Multi Combination Vehicle Licence
• Traffic Controller Ticket
• Current First Aid or CPR Certificate

Working for Central Highlands Region has its benefits.

We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.

Benefits Include:

• A generous superannuation scheme – up to 19% for employees contributing 6% (conditions apply)
• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Annual PPE and uniform allocation
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
• Wages paid fortnightly
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight

How to apply:

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

Please download and review the position description.

To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:

1. A cover letter addressing the mandatory requirements of the position
2. Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position.

Applicants who meet the mandatory requirements listed in the position description will be sent a video assessment to complete.

Pre-employment Checks

To be appointed to a position within the Central Highlands Regional Council, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently.

The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:

• Right to Work in Australia
• Medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing
• Reference Checks

For a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team on 1300 242 686 or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.

Applications close:  12 noon, Friday 30 July 2021