Group and Team: City Infrastructure Group, Road Plant Team.
Location: Clearys Gates Depot
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Employee Level 5
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $71,231 to $72,788 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.
* Hands - on work with modern plant and equipment.
* Stable employment with a supportive Council team.
* Great work - life balance and employee wellbeing programs.
About the role
This role puts you at the heart of our operations using excavators, trucks and other plant to keep our city running smoothly. You will work safely, support your team, and help deliver quality services the community can rely on.
Role accountabilities include:
* Safely operate trucks and plant by following all SWMS, SOPs and site safety instructions.
* Maintain and check machinery daily, keeping equipment clean, safe and reporting any faults.
* Carry out construction, maintenance, asphalt and civil works as directed by the Team Leader or Supervisor.
* Work well with others, communicating clearly with staff, contractors and the public, and supporting a positive team environment.
* Provide onsite leadership, including managing excavation risks, supporting Team Leaders, training staff, and assisting with incident investigations.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Plant Operator / Truck Driver
About you
You have solid experience working with plant, equipment and heavy vehicles, and you know how to keep them in good, safe condition through simple daily checks and basic maintenance. You understand the key safety and NHVR requirements and make sure vehicles meet loading rules. You have worked in civil construction before. You care about working safely, support your team, manage your own tasks well and show positive behaviours and values in your day‑to‑day work.
The below are the essentials for the role:
* Completion of Year 10 or a Certificate II level qualification coupled with Competencies Assessment Certification to the Civil Contractors Federation guidelines to operate items of Road Construction and Earthmoving equipment.
* Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry – White Card (3PCCWHS1001) or ability to obtain.
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o High Risk Work Licences (or ability to obtain):
o Vehicle Loading Crane 10 tonne/metre
o Forklift Truck
o Valid Plant Competency Tickets
o RIIMPO320E Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations
* Current Drivers Licence
* Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence
Join us and play a key role in shaping the future of Council.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities. We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
* Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
* A wide range of leave entitlements.
* Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
* Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
* Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
* An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
* Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you. The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities. City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing. Learn more about our vision, mission and values.
How to apply
If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today If you require any further information specific to this role, please contact Mark Cate (Planner Construction and Maintenance) on or
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 1 February 2026.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less. Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver's licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
* Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
* Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application. The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit. Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position. Learn more about the selection process on our website.