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Plant Operator

Plant Operator

TENTERFIELD SHIRE COUNCIL • Gold Coast, AU
5 days ago
Job description

Role based in Tenterfield & Urbenville, NSW

Build Roads. Build Community. Build Your Career.

Tenterfield Shire Council is recruiting multiple Plant Operators to join its Infrastructure Works team across Tenterfield and Urbenville, NSW — a genuine long-term opportunity with real career pathways.

Duties

  • Operate and maintain civil plant and road construction machinery
  • Perform pothole patching, concreting and general road maintenance
  • Complete daily pre-start checks, plant maintenance and timesheets
  • Install and maintain road signage, guideposts and erosion control measures
  • Perform traffic control duties to ensure safe site operations

Is This You?

  • Certificate II in Civil Construction (or equivalent experience)
  • Demonstrated experience operating civil plant and road machinery
  • Strong safety mindset, particularly in live traffic environments

The following will be highly regarded:

  • Certificate III in Civil Construction (or willingness to obtain – Council support provided)
  • General Construction (White) Card
  • Certificate of Competency for relevant plant
  • First Aid Certificate

The Rewards of Joining Our Team

You will receive a competitive salary of $60,143 - $69,259 per annum + Award Allowances + 12% Superannuation, based on skills and experience. You will also have access to:

  • 9-day fortnight for better work/life balance
  • 4 weeks accumulative annual leave
  • 2 weeks accumulative sick leave
  • 1 week MyLeave
  • Further learning and development opportunities
  • Onsite monthly counselling via Council's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health and wellbeing programs
  • Genuine pathways into higher plant roles, Leading Hand positions and broader infrastructure opportunities

Please Note: Preferred location (Tenterfield or Urbenville) can be indicated during application.

About Tenterfield Shire Council

Tenterfield Shire Council is a rural council in the New England region of NSW, delivering high-quality regional infrastructure and public services with a safe, collaborative culture.

Be Part of Tenterfield's Story

If you're looking for stability, opportunities to develop your skills and a role where your work makes a visible difference to the community, this is your opportunity to become part of a Council that values safety, teamwork and development.

Prefer Flexibility right now? Tenterfield Shire Council is also hiring Casual Plant Operators.

Please Note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undergo vehicle assessment and competency checks. Successful applicants must also complete a current National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencing employment.

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