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 ****
Base salary package from $63,****** per annum ($2,****** per fortnight)
A range of allowances included in base salary
Attractive work/life balance - 76 hour / 9-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO)
Flexible 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
PositionQueries
For more information about the role please contact Darryl Barclay Foreperson Maintenance during office hours - ************.




We encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations People, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.
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Please indicate when you would be able to commence in this position if you were the successful applicant?
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C Class
LR Light Rigid
MC Multi Combination
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General Construction Induction (White/Blue) Card
Traffic Control
Water Truck TicketSkid Steer Ticket
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Level II Chainsaw
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Traffic Management Implementation
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