About the Role
We are looking for an experienced plant operator with a passion for civil construction and maintenance to join our Northern Maintenance team as a Leading Hand Plant Operator.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and maintain plant equipment such as rollers, excavators, light trucks, backhoes, chainsaws, plate compactors, jack‐picks, concrete saws and other electric power tools.
* Supervise and support team members in daily operations.
* Undertake manual tasks including shovelling, screeding, raking, digging, lifting and traffic control.
* Conduct risk‐management inspections using mobile devices.
* Respond to emergencies and participate in call‐back roster.
* Be available for on‐call duty and reasonable overtime.
About You
* School certificate or equivalent.
* Experience in civil construction or maintenance.
* Demonstrated experience operating minor and major plant and/or light trucks.
* Current NSW MR driver's licence or equivalent licence valid in NSW.
* Current traffic control tickets or willingness to obtain.
* NSW general construction induction card (White Card) or acceptable interstate alternative.
* Proof of right to work in Australia.
* Certificates or training in civil construction, chainsaw, traffic management, or first aid are desirable but not essential.
Benefits
* 4 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks sick leave and 2 health and wellbeing days per annum.
* Option of flexitime for indoor staff.
* 9‐day fortnight for outdoor staff.
* Flexible and remote working arrangements.
* Long Service Leave after 5 years.
* Novated lease arrangements available.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Corporate wellbeing programmes including fitness passport and employee assistance programme.
Applications Close
Monday, 15 June 2026 (at midnight)
EEO Statement
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices and provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disability. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
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