To undertake labouring tasks and efficiently operate a range of Council rigid trucks and road plant to meet required standards on maintenance and construction projects.
About Us
Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton.
Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres.
Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate tractor and slasher equipment, including front bucket and broom attachments, efficiently and to the required standards
Provide high quality plant operation services to the work teams at various locations within and outside of the Shire
Maintain and service plant and equipment, in accordance with operating procedures
Maintain a daily diary of plant movements as required
Read and interpret basic plans and instructions
Undertake traffic control and implement traffic control plans as required
Report identified weeds
Respond to internal and external customer request as required
Participate in toolbox and team meetings
Work effectively as a team member to assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices as required
Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations
Liaise with clients,



other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties, including providing and obtaining information
Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position, e.g. timesheets
Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices, as required
Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS
Compulsory
Queensland class 'C' driver licence
Queensland General Construction Induction, White Card (formerly known a Blue Card)
RIIMPO315 Conduct Tractor Operations
Traffic Management Implementation Plan (TMIP) Competency
Traffic Controller Competency
Other Plant Operator Tickets
ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Compulsory
Demonstrated experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a maintenance (or construction) infrastructure environment together with knowledge of road maintenance (or construction) techniques
Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills
Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting under minimal supervision.
Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.
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📌 Tractor Operator (Brisbane)
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 Brisbane