Plant Operator - Level 6

The Scenic Rim is a region of opportunity surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks and well renowned for its breathtaking scenery, agricultural and tourism industries. 
At Scenic Rim Regional Council, we deliver community services and infrastructure to the region's population of more than 40,000. With a diverse team exceeding 420 employees, we are committed to shaping a progressive future for our community through collaboration, integration and innovation. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and a workplace underpinned by shared ethos and values that shape our actions and behaviours. 

About this opportunity

Our Asset and Environmental Sustainability portfolio has an opportunity for an experienced Plant Operator to provide plant operations in road construction, road maintenance and labouring duties as directed based from the Beaudesert depot

Key responsibilities include:

• Operation of medium mechanical plant 
• Carry out a pre-start safety checks and completion of fault report sheets. 
• Operation of UHF radio equipment. 
• Undertake daily general labouring duties in an efficient, effective and safe manner.
• Operate small plant safely and only after being inducted in the proper use of this plant. 
• Comply with Council policies, procedures and instructions to deliver quality and safe services.

About you

You will be required to have the following attributes: 

• Current Queensland driver's licence, heavy rigid. 
• Certificate of competency relevant to plant. 
• Current card for General Construction Induction.  
• Effective communication and numeracy skills including ability to liaise effectively with supervisors, the work team and the general public.

About our offer 

• A 9 day fortnight working a 38 hour working week
• $62,738.58 per annum + generous superannuation provisions
• Fantastic leave provisions, salary packaging benefits and a flexible, family friendly environment, discounted private health insurance and discounted gym membership
• Work in a region with unique natural landscapes, a hidden gem, not far from the major centers in SEQ.

How to apply

• If this sounds like the position for you, don’t delay - Apply now!
• Cover Letter that tells us why YOU WANT this role. In addition, include your skills, experience and suitability. Be passionate! Be creative! Be specific!  Max 2 pages
• Resume that provides a clear statement of your working history, relevant skills and key achievements (including specific examples of what you’ve done in the past).

Applications close: Midday Monday 18 March 2024

For more information contact ****@scenicrim.qld.gov.au