Application Close Date: 11:59pm on 13/09/2026At Penrith City Council, it's not about having to choose.Life with us is the best of both worlds.What we offer youA Generous Salary + 12% SuperannuationWorking Location: Kingswood DepotHere's what you'll be up to...As a Plant Operator – Driver, you will play a key role within the Civil Operations team, contributing to the effective delivery of public infrastructure and service outcomes across the City.This role involves:Operating Council vehicles safely for the transport of personnel, equipment and materials in accordance with licence requirements and statutory obligationsConducting pre‐start inspections, monitoring road and site conditions, and ensuring loads are secured in line with regulatory requirementsOperating plant, tools and equipment across a range of civil construction and maintenance activities, including undertaking routine checks and arranging repairs where requiredPerforming manual labouring duties associated with civil works, including construction, maintenance and cleansing activitiesSupporting traffic control activities and maintaining safe work siteDelivering high‐quality customer service to internal stakeholders and the broader community, ensuring Council is represented positivelyMaintaining compliance with Council policies, relevant legislation and Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements at all timesThis position provides an opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure services while working within a collaborative and safety‐focused environmentWho we are (And why you'll love us)You will be joining Council's City Presentation department, where teams are committed to maintaining safe, functional and well‐presented public spaces for the community.Our Civil Operations team is characterised by:A strong commitment to safety, compliance and high‐quality service deliveryA collaborative and supportive team environmentA focus on continuous improvement,



training and upskillingFlexibility to work across multiple depots and functionsWe value professionalism, reliability and teamwork, and we support our employees to develop the skills required to succeed in a agile operational environment.Reach out to the hiring manager for a copy of thePosition Description to learn more about this role.Meet our Workforce Areas - Penrith City CouncilCheck out our Position Description to learn more about this role.What are we looking for?
We are seeking a dependable and safety‐focused individual who demonstrates sound operational capability and a commitment to quality service delivery.The ideal candidate will bring:You have an MR or HR licence and enjoy operating plant, equipment and vehicles in a practical, outdoor environmentYou put safety first and take pride in delivering quality work for the communityYou're a dependable team player with strong communication skills and a positive attitudeYou're flexible, willing to learn and ready to take on a mix of driving, plant operation and civil maintenance tasks.The must‐know bitsYou will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.Council is a Child Safe Organisation.
For more information about this, please see our website.At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant.
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities.
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📌 Plant Operator - Driver (New South Wales)
🏢 Penrith City Council
📍 New South Wales