Plant Operator Parks

Plant Operator Parks

Open Space & Environment

Permanent Full Time

LGE Level 5 $67,921 plus $2,579 annualised allowance

Maryborough

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for an experience Plant Operator to join our team based out of our Maryborough Depot. You’ll be responsible for undertaking parks maintenance work, working as part of a knowledgeable and passionate crew.

What your day will look like:

• Operating a variety of plant including truck, tractor and loaders
• Specifically, Tractor slasher with FEL (front end loader)
• Undertaking Roadside slashing and Open Space slashing
• Performing labouring duties as required
• Servicing plant as required and ensuring clean and safe conditions
• Completing inspection sheets and reporting and issues to the Team Leader
• Assisting with upskilling your colleagues

Please click here to view a full position description.

What you’ll need for success:

You’ll be an experienced operator, confident and capable working with a variety of plant and equipment. Specifically, you’ll have experience with:

• Operation of 4WD tractor/ slasher
• Awareness and experience operating machinery within traffic corridors
• Roadside slashing
• Open drain slashing
• Assisting other crews with FEL operation
• Preventative maintenance on plant and machinery
• Working autonomously and within a team environment

You’ll also have:

• Strong understanding of health & safety as it relates to this position
• Sound communication skills, both verbally and written
• Construction White Card
• MR Licence

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to see our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Learning and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Up to 12% employer super contribution
• 17.5% leave loading
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid Emergency Services leave

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Monday 16th December

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Craig Greaves, Parks Supervisor South, on craig.greaves@frasercoast.qld.gov.au