Plant Operator

• Ongoing Full Time (9 day fortnight)
• $58,476 - $60,369 Salary based on skills and experience
• Generous superannuation and leave entitlements
• Positions based in El Arish or Innisfail with regular travel across the region

The Position

The Plant Operator, reporting to the Service Delivery Lead, will work collaboratively with the Asset Maintenance team to construct and maintain Council’s infrastructure assets across the region, in accordance with recognised standards. The Plant Operator will operate plant assets including, Loader/Backhoe, Skid Street, Excavator, Roller, Tractor/Slasher, and Grader (not for final trim). The Plant Operator will also conduct general labouring duties, when required, to assist in construction and maintenance of Council’s infrastructure.

About You

For thePlant Operatorposition, you will be able to demonstrate High-level of quality of works and scheduled maintenance tasks are consistently delivered in accordance with the scheduled maintenance program, as well as the physical agility and dexterity to carry out labouring duties in tropical conditions. You will have a Construction Industry (White Card), Current Queensland Class “C” Drivers Licence and the following competencies (or equivalent):

• RIIMPO315E - Conduct tractor operations
• RIIMPO319E - Conduct backhoe
• RIIMP032IE - Loader operations
• RIIMPO318F - Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
• RIIMPO317F - Conduct roller operations

See full list of the Selection Criteria in the attached Position Descriptions.

Our Council

It is an exciting time to be part of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, our commitment to a shared set of values offers great experiences through the building of a dynamic and inclusive workplace and community culture.

Council’s 2021-2025 Corporate Plan outlined the overarching vision for the Cassowary Coast region is ‘to provide great experiences, deliver value and create a sustainable future for our community.’  - One Coast, Cassowary Coast.

Employment Benefits

• 9 Day Fortnight
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• 5 weeks annual leave (plus 17.5% loading)
• 15 days personal leave
• Up to 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Access to discounted health insurance
• Salary packaging opportunities for vehicles, rent, mortgages, electricity and gas
• Fitness Passport Wellness Program for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Training and development opportunities

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 5pm, Monday 19 February 2023.

On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

• Cover Letter (max 2-3 pages) addressing the selection criteria and the reason you are the ‘best fit’ for this role
• Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications
• Current licences and qualifications relevant to this role

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions?

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please do not hesitate to contact our Recruitment Officer on the number listed below:

People & Safety, P: (07) 4030 2*** or E: ***********@ccrc.qld.gov.au

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.