Plant Operator - Construction

Plant Operator - Construction

 

• Permanent Full Time Opportunity 
• 38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight (Rostered Day Off) 
• (Grade C) Salary ranging from $61,236.76 - $71,167.20 plus 11% Superannuation. (Depending on skillset and experience) 

The Opportunity

The purpose of this position is to participate in construction of Council's roads and infrastructure through plant operation. This position works across multidisciplined areas and project teams where operationally required and involves working under direct supervision, assisting in a variety of routine manual labouring and skilled tasks.

Essential Criteria 

• Demonstrated experience in construction and/or maintenance (roads and drainage) operating of medium to large plant and machinery relevant to the field equipment including trucks, rollers, excavators and graders, and manual labouring.
• Proven ability to follow instructions within a team environment, and to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability in the use of computer applications, and operating devices effectively, embracing digital solutions for works activities to enable field productivity and scheduling based systems to facilitate day- to-day operations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with key stakeholders in delivering information on operational and maintenance services.
• Hold and maintain MR Drivers Licence, Ticket or Competency qualification to operate Excavator, Grader or Backhoe, Forklift Licence, Traffic Control Combo (Stop Slow Bat and Implement Traffic Plans), and WHS Induction Card with a willingness to obtain within 12 months of employment; Asbestos Awareness Training, Identify Locate and Protect Underground Services, Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker.
• Maintain MR drivers licence without restriction and ability to operate manual transmission

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is in the magnificent Southern Highlands with a balance of pristine natural scenery and rich diversity of lifestyle choices from its historical past to modern amenities, all at your doorstep. With a population of over 50,000, Wingecarribee Shire has much to offer both the individual and family alike. Only 110 km from Sydney CBD and 70 km from Wollongong, we are a relatively easy traverse for those wishing to commute to the Shire and, equally so, for those who prefer to live in the Shire whilst enjoying an occasional jaunt to the City or Coast.

Benefits

• Rostered Days Off in addition to Annual Leave, Health and Wellbeing Days and time off for Blood Donors
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
• Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
• Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
• Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup

How to Apply

Please upload your current resume and a brief cover letter. Applicants not addressing the essential criteria may not be considered. For further information about the role, please contact Aaron Baumeister on (02) 4868 0578.

In accordance with Wingecarribee Shire Council's COVID 19 Safety Plan, we encourage all employees to be COVID 19 vaccinated. Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Applications are to be received by Monday 22nd April 2024.