The Plant Coordinator contributes to Council's operational success by ensuring that plant, fleet, and quarry resources are managed safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, while maintaining high standards of legislative compliance, quality assurance, environmental management, and workplace safety.
Through effective coordination and leadership, the position supports the timely delivery of Council's infrastructure maintenance, construction, and service objectives.
About the role
The Plant Coordinator contributes to Council's operational success by ensuring that plant, fleet, and quarry resources are managed safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, while maintaining high standards of legislative compliance, quality assurance, environmental management, and workplace safety.
Through effective coordination and leadership, the position supports the timely delivery of Council's infrastructure maintenance, construction, and service objectives.
Position Summary
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Essential Criteria
Provide strategic and operational support to the Works Section and other operational units within the Engineering Services Department through the effective planning, scheduling, allocation, and monitoring of Council-owned and hired plant and equipment. This includes:
- Maximising plant utilisation and operational efficiency across all work programs.
- Coordinating plant allocation to ensure the timely delivery of maintenance, construction, and emergency response activities.
- Monitoring plant availability, utilisation rates, downtime, and operational performance.
- Managing plant hire arrangements and contractor interfaces to ensure cost-effective service delivery.
- Identifying opportunities to improve fleet productivity and reduce operational costs.
- Supporting long-term plant replacement and fleet management planning.
What We Can Offer
- Work/Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every second week to recharge and reset
- Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs
- Fitness Passport to stay active and healthy
- Training & Development to expand your skills
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
Want To Know More?
Salary: $1,679.70 to $1,764.87 per week + 12% superannuation
Position Status: Permanent – Full-time
Hours of work: 38 hours per week with an RDO every second week
Application closing date: Sunday, 1 November 2026, at 11.30pm
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being aflexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplacewhere diversity is embraced and supported.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being aChild Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
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Plant Coordinator in Bathurst employer: Council Jobs
Diamantina Shire Council is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive work culture and providing opportunities for professional growth within the Infrastructure Services team. Located in a vibrant community, the council offers competitive benefits, a commitment to safety, and the chance to make a meaningful impact through quality maintenance of local facilities and infrastructure. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises customer service and continuous improvement.
