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- $58,000 to $66,0000 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.
Mandatory Requirements
* Current Police Clearance
* Manual C Class Driver Licence
* Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver Licence
* Construction White Card (required prior to commencement)
* Current Grader Operator Certification
* Formation Grading of Unsealed Roads Certification
Desirable
* Traffic Control or Traffic Management accreditation
* Heavy Combination (HC) Licence
* Experience operating a range of plant and machinery
* Certificate III in Plant Operations (Civil Construction) or similar
* Minimum two years’ experience in grader operations and final trim work
For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD.
Locals are encouraged to apply!
Applications close on 3 April 2026 at 12 pm.
Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.