To efficiently operate a grader 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
Provide high quality specialist plant operation services including road construction and maintenance
Maintain a high standard and consistent approach with the usage of all Council's plant
Maintain and service plant and equipment on a daily basis, in accordance with operating procedures
Provide support in the operation of other plant and equipment, as required
Carry out general labouring duties, as required
Maintain a daily diary of plant movements
Comply with Council operating procedures and site specific work plans
Allow reconciliation to materials issued to work sites
Read and interpret basic plans and instructions
Undertake traffic control and implement traffic control plans, as required
Liaise with workplace representative and employees to continuously improve work practices
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
Current Qld Class 'HR' driver's licence
Qld General Safety Induction (White or Blue Card)
Certificate of Competency – Grader.
Implement Traffic Management Plans (ITMP) Qualification
Traffic Control Licence
Other plant tickets.
ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Compulsory
Demonstrated experience in the effective operation of a grader (assessed to meet final trim standards) and the use of Machine Guidance Systems within a construction and maintenance infrastructure environment
Experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a maintenance or construction infrastructure environment
Sound literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills and ability undertake Learning and Development opportunities as required
Demonstrated ability to work in a team workplace under minimal supervision
Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.
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📌 Grader Operator (New South Wales)
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 New South Wales