At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a hands-on team maintaining vital civil infrastructure and operating diverse plant equipment.
- Company: Tamworth Regional Council, a supportive employer with a focus on community and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, long service leave, ongoing training, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse workplace culture in a thriving regional hub.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil construction or plant operation; Certificate III is a plus but not mandatory.
The predicted salary is between 56437 - 68979 $ per year.
Join a supportive team maintaining and constructing vital civil infrastructure across the region. Operate a diverse range of plant and equipment in a hands-on outdoor role. The purpose of these positions is to undertake a variety of operational works as part of a team in the maintenance and construction of civil infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to let your unique skills and experience shine in an organisation that offers amazing benefits including a 9 day fortnight, long service leave after 5 years, ongoing training opportunities, career growth and roster stability.
We are looking for reliable and safety-focused operators who enjoy working outdoors and as part of a close-knit team. Whether you are an experienced plant operator or have strong civil construction experience, you will bring a positive attitude, a commitment to safe work practices and a willingness to contribute to quality outcomes for our community.
The Operator – Transport Operations can be responsible for:
- Undertaking daily plant operations and general maintenance and construction works within a small team;
- Participating in daily toolbox meetings and completing plant pre-start inspections;
- Operating a range of plant and equipment including excavators, skid steers, tipper trucks, rollers, water carts, chainsaws, concrete saws and associated implements;
- Applying knowledge of engineering infrastructure construction and maintenance techniques;
- Following established procedures, processes and safe work practices;
- Working effectively with others to achieve team objectives and quality outcomes;
- Monitoring and maintaining a safe workplace and contributing to a positive safety culture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS IN THIS ROLE:
- Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant or similar OR at least five years experience in a relevant civil construction, maintenance or plant operation field;
- WHS General Induction for Construction Work;
- LR Driver Licence;
- Immunisations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Q Fever and Tetanus, or willingness to obtain.
A Certificate III in Civil Construction, Plant or other related field is desirable however applicants with 12 months equivalent experience and/or a willingness to obtain this Certificate will be accepted.
Salary range: Grade 6 -$1,081.10 - $1,169.80 per week plus superannuation & allowances for a 38 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation. Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community. The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW.
Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
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