Loader Operator
The Opportunity: To efficiently operate a front-end loader to meet required standards on maintenance and construction projects.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Provide high quality specialist plant operation services including road construction and maintenance to the work teams throughout various locations within and outside the shire
* Maintain a high standard and consistent approach with the usage of all Council's plant
* Maintain and service plant and equipment daily, in accordance with operating procedures
* Provide support in the operation of other plant and equipment, as required
* Carry out general labouring duties, as required
* Maintain a daily diary of plant movements to enable monitoring of Council's plant
* Comply with Council operating procedures and site-specific work plans
* Allow reconciliation to materials issued to work sites
* Read and interpret basic plans and instructions
* Undertake traffic control and implement traffic control plans, as required
* Complete and maintain administrative records e.g. timesheets
* Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external customers
* Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position e.g. timesheets
* Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices, as required
* Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery, as required
* Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS
Compulsory
* Queensland Class 'C' manual driver's licence
* Qld General Safety Induction - White or Blue Card
* Civil Construction – Front End Loader (LL) Competency.
Desirable
* Other plant operator tickets would be highly regarded Traffic Management Implementation Plan Competency Traffic Controller Competency
ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Compulsory
* Demonstrated experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a construction and maintenance infrastructure environment
* Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
* Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills
* Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.
Desirable
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment under minimal supervision.
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