Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Plant Operator / Labourer to join our Rural Roads Maintenance team within the Infrastructure & Workplace Department.
This role is responsible for supporting Council's rural roads maintenance and construction programs, including grader operations, road maintenance activities and general labouring duties.
What We Offer
Full Time- Stream B- Level 1-7- $60,000 to $69,000 per annum ( depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation.
5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)
Monthly RDO (13 per year)
Personal (Sick) Leave
About the Role
The Plant Operator / Labourer – Rural Roads position undertakes a range of operational duties, including plant operation, rural road maintenance and general labouring tasks.
The role supports Council's rural road network by ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will assist with a variety of tasks, including:
Operating plant and machinery, including grader operations and final trim grading.
Performing road maintenance and construction activities on rural roads
Conducting pre-start checks and reporting defects on plant and equipment.
Grass cutting and vegetation maintenance along rural roads.
Maintenance of road signs and guideposts
Pothole patching and other road maintenance tasks
Slashing and general labouring duties




Assisting with litter and garbage collection where required
Supporting Council works programs as directed by the Rural Roads Supervisor
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Experience operating plant and machinery, particularly grader operations
Ability to complete assigned tasks within expected timeframes and maintain high work standards.
Strong understanding of Workplace Health and Safety practices
Ability to work independenta and as part of a team.
Knowledge of civil construction or local government works is desirable.
Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.
Mandatory Requirements
Current Police Clearance
Manual C Class Driver Licence
Construction White Card (required prior to commencement)
Current Grader Operator Certification
Formation Grading of Unsealed Roads Certification
Traffic Control or Traffic Management accreditation
Experience operating a range of plant and machinery
Certificate III in Plant Operations (Civil Construction) or similar
Minimum two years' experience in grader operations and final trim work
For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD.
Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.
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📌 Plant Operator/Labourer- Rural Roads Maintenance (Cloncurry)
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