Our Malanda team is looking for a skilled and experienced individual to join the Road Services Department as a full-time permanent Plant Operator.
The position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Council's truck and plant (primarily Water Truck) for road construction and maintenance projects and for providing a high standard of operational and maintenance labouring skills throughout the Tablelands Region.
About Tablelands Regional Council (TRC)
TRC is a forward-thinking, progressive, and inclusive organisation, delivering a range of services and programs for our community. We have a highly skilled workforce who provide innovative solutions to problems. We seek and recruit people who are passionate about the region, work well in a team environment, and have the skills and abilities to produce quality outcomes.
Tablelands Regional Council offers:
- Flexible Working Conditions -we encourage a healthy work-life balance.
- Employment Security - we offer long-term employment opportunities.
- Diverse Training Opportunities - we support staff in their roles.
- Career Progression – we provide opportunities to continually grow and build a career in local government.
- Equal Remuneration – we offer equal employment opportunities.
Applications Close 5pm, Tuesday 18 August 2026
- Base salary package from $63,250.75 per annum ($2,432.72 per fortnight)
- A range of allowances included in base salary
- Attractive work/life balance - 76 hour / 9-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO)
- Adaptable working arrangements with RDO incentive
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Access to pro-rata long service leave after 7 years' of service
- Uniforms & personal protective equipment supplied
- Hearing checks, flu shots & skin checks (subject to availability)
- Discounted health insurance available
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations People, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.