At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate plant equipment for road maintenance and construction projects across NSW.
- Company: Transport for NSW, connecting communities with a safe transport system.
- Benefits: Flexible work hours, RDO every fortnight, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic field-based role with support for diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on regional infrastructure while enjoying variety in your work.
- Qualifications: Experience with plant equipment and a commitment to safety and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
You’re open to a change of direction and a new challenge. You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team.
In this role, you'll:
- Work as part of the Regional Maintenance team, contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of road maintenance and infrastructure activities across the region.
- Operate rollers, loader, mixer and other plant equipment to support road construction and maintenance projects, while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards.
- Undertake pre-start inspections, basic plant maintenance, traffic management activities, manual handling and a range of operational tasks that contribute to keeping communities connected through a safe and reliable road network.
- Drive operational excellence and safe work practices in a dynamic field-based environment, helping deliver essential road infrastructure outcomes for regional communities.
Please note, this role primarily operates on a camp-away arrangement, with most work performed from Monday morning to Friday evening. Flexibility to work outside these hours as required is essential. Employees receive one RDO per fortnight. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys variety, working across different locations, and embracing new challenges.
About you
Your experience operating rollers, loader, mixer and other plant equipment or working within civil construction, road maintenance, construction, transport operations or a related industry will see you excel in delivering safe and efficient maintenance activities, overcoming day-to-day operational challenges and contributing to quality road infrastructure outcomes. You're recognised as a reliable and safety-focused team member, skilled at operating plant and equipment, completing work records, undertaking pre-start inspections, maintaining accurate documentation and working collaboratively with others.
To be successful in this role, you will hold:
- Current Australian motor vehicle driver's licence (Class C); minimum requirement: Provisional P1.
- A current Construction Industry White Card.
- A current Heavy Rigid MR/HR Driver Licence is desirable or the willingness to obtain within 3 months.
- Traffic Controller Card (Implement Traffic Control Plan) or the willingness to obtain within 3 months.
- Prepare Work Zone Traffic Management qualification or the willingness to obtain within 3 months.
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills to complete work records and communicate effectively with the work team.
- A willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing, ticketing or certification requirements as directed.
You will bring a strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance and quality outcomes, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic field-based environment.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve.
If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers. This is an in-person, on-site role. Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply.
Plant Operator in Holbrook employer: Transport for NSW
Transport for NSW is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and work-life balance of its employees while delivering impactful infrastructure projects. Located in Newcastle, this role offers a collaborative work culture with opportunities for professional growth, as well as a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. Join us in making a difference in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment focused on achieving Net Zero goals.
