Plant Officer

Full time permanent, Band 6 position with 11% superannuation
Work in a supportive, team environment
Based in Alexandra or hybrid arrangements are available

Make a significant difference in our community!

Working with the Manager Operations and Maintenance, this role will take the lead in ensuring that all of Council’s plant and fleet including light vehicles, operations trucks and plant, is fit for purpose, safe, well maintained and is managed efficiently.

About this opportunity

In your role as a Plant and Fleet Officer, Council are looking for a individual well versed in development of specifications for plant and fleet, managing the procurement, delivery, servicing and disposal of plant and fleet all the way from small plant through to large earthmoving machinery including tandem tippers, graders, excavators, rollers etc.

You will be key in leading the delivery of the annual Plant and Fleet replacement program, ensuring all items are serviced and repaired in a timely manner, ensuring asset utilisation and fuel usage is reported in a timely manner.

What you will bring to the role

• Relevant experience in the management of plant and fleet services.
• Sound financial skills to assess and manage budget and works priorities.
• Demonstrated ability in written and verbal communication with other professionals, contractors and consultants.
• Ability to use computer systems and software used by the organisation, including, MS Office, fleet management software, financial reporting and email.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills to liaise with people at all levels.
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to Occupational Health and Safety.

• Demonstrated ability to provide a consistent and high level customer service.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and work practices related to plant and fleet.
• A current driver’s licence.

What we offer

Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields. We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.

We offer a supportive flexible work environment, including the opportunity to work from home, with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.

How to apply

For more information about the role or a confidential discussion, please contact Stuart Russell, Manager Operations & Maintenance on (03) 5772 0***.

Applications should contain a cover letter and resume and address the key selection criteria set out in the

You can submit your application and any accompanying attachments:

• online – you will receive an email notification confirming your submission
• by email to ***@murrindindi.vic.gov.au
• or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.

Applications close at 11.45 pm on Sunday 2 June 2024.

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement. It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:

• Provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
• Undertakes a Police Check and, where applicable to the role (refer to

• Provides evidence of a valid drivers licence as the role requires travel within and surrounding the Shire.