Primary purpose of position:
The Operator/Labourer is responsible for supporting the Maintenance team in maintaining Port infrastructure and assets necessary to complete all Port works programs effectively and efficiently.
Position specific responsibilities:
• Maintain the Port's wharves and equipment, boat ramps, boat moorings and navigational leads etc.
• Operate the Port's floating plant and equipment; mobile plant and machinery
• Carry out structural/mechanical repairs, maintenance and installation/commissioning to Port plant, equipment and services
• Ensure the prompt repair of breakdowns to miscellaneous plant as it arises
• Provide and maintain records of time and materials utilised, prepare materials lists, complete and return inspection check sheets, comply with maintenance and service schedules and report schedule deficiencies




• Actively provide positive input and solve day-to-day job problems and establish and improve work methods in the course of maintenance and repair work
• Ensure compliance of the Port's use of TAKE 5 and Protected Operating Procedures (SOPs) with all tasks and assist with Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA's) when required
• Perform periodic inspections and testing of emergency equipment including oil pollution equipment, fixed and mobile plant to ensure equipment is fully functional
• Participate in port emergency responses and associated training as directed to assist with successful restoration of the Port back to an operating capacity in the event of an emergency

📌 Operator Labourer (Townsville)
🏢 Port of Townsville
📍 Townsville