Plant Operator / Labourer – Rural Roads Maintenance

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Plant Operator / Labourer to join our Rural Roads Maintenance team within the Infrastructure & Environment Department.

This role is responsible for supporting Council’s rural roads maintenance and construction programs, including grader operations, road maintenance activities and general labouring duties.

What We Offer

• Full Time- Stream B- Level 1-7- $60,000 to $69,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)
• Monthly RDO (13 per year)
• Personal (Sick) Leave
• Remote Area Housing Allowance

About the Role

The Plant Operator / Labourer – Rural Roads position undertakes a range of operational duties, including plant operation, rural road maintenance and general labouring tasks. The role supports Council’s rural road network by ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will assist with a variety of tasks, including:

• Operating plant and machinery, including grader operations and final trim grading.
• Performing road maintenance and construction activities on rural roads
• Conducting pre-start checks and reporting defects on plant and equipment.
• Grass cutting and vegetation maintenance along rural roads.
• Maintenance of road signs and guideposts
• Pothole patching and other road maintenance tasks
• Slashing and general labouring duties
• Assisting with litter and garbage collection where required
• Supporting Council works programs as directed by the Rural Roads Supervisor

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience operating plant and machinery, particularly grader operations
• Ability to complete assigned tasks within expected timeframes and maintain high work standards.
• Strong understanding of Workplace Health and Safety practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of civil construction or local government works is desirable.
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.