Plant Operators (Civil - Kalkie Depot)

$72,240 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full Time| Multiple Roles Available
Civil, Infrastructure Operations and Delivery
Bundaberg Region 

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone. 

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create. 

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to Fitness Passport
• PPE supplied
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.

About The Opportunity

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking Plant Operators to join our Civil Works team at Kalkie Depot. These roles support the construction and maintenance of Council's road, drainage and civil infrastructure across the region. 

You'll operate plant and equipment safely and efficiently while contributing to projects that support our growing community. This is a hands-on role with variety, teamwork and the opportunity to make a visible impact every day. 

About You

You're a practical, safety-focused operator who takes pride in quality work and contributing to a strong team culture. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience and competencies operating a range of plant and equipment such as rollers, front end loaders, backhoes and similar plant in a civil construction or maintenance environment
• Heavy Combination (HC) licence - preferred and highly regarded in the selection process 
• Possession of a current Construction Industry General Safety Induction Card. 
• Working in Proximity to Traffic (Awareness Parts 1 & 2) Certification or willingness to attain
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with a variety of internal and external parties
• Ability to work outside normal working hours as required

Additional relevant tickets, plant competencies and experience working in a Council or similar environment will be well regarded. 

To view the Position Description for this role, please click here.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your application online by clicking the “Apply” button. Please include:

• A current resume

For enquiries, please contact careers@bundaberg.qld.gov.au or 1300 883 699. Please quote job reference BDBRC1646.

Applications close on Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.