Job Description

We are seeking an Maintenance Employee/Plant Operator at our St Arnaud Depot.

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Are you a practical, hands-on person who enjoys working outdoors, operating machinery and seeing the results of a job well done?

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Northern Grampians Shire Council is looking for a Maintenance Employee / Plant Operator to join our Works team in St Arnaud.

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This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll help keep our roads, streets, footpaths, drainage systems and other community assets safe, functional and well maintained.

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You'll be part of a team that makes a real difference every day — whether that's repairing a road shoulder, clearing an obstruction, maintaining drainage, replacing signage or operating plant and equipment to keep Council's infrastructure in good condition.

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Position: Maintenance Employee/Plant Operator

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Job Type: Full Time

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Tenure: Permanent

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Location: Stawell/St Arnaud

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Package: $70893.28 - $75247.16 per annum (including maintenance and industry allowances)

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- Plus 12% Superannuation
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- Fortnightly RDOs
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- Uniform & Boot Allowance
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Working as part of Council's Works team, you will:

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- Undertake routine and scheduled maintenance of Council's roads, streets, footpaths, drains and other infrastructure.
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- Operate and take responsibility for a range of plant and equipment.
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- Carry out daily checks of plant and equipment, including oil, fuel, coolant, tyres and belts, and report faults to the mechanic.
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- Identify and respond promptly to maintenance issues and hazards affecting roads, drainage and other Council assets.
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- Undertake maintenance of road seals, pavements, shoulders, table drains, culverts, bridges and roadside infrastructure.
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- Install, repair and replace signs and other road furniture.
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- Remove fallen branches, trees, vegetation and other obstructions from roads and drainage systems where it is safe and within your skills and training.
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- Complete daily activity records, including work undertaken and defects or faults identified.
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- Estimate quantities and requisition materials required to complete works.
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- Work safely and in accordance with Council standards, procedures and adopted work practices.
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- Undertake other duties as directed by the Team Leader Works that are within your skills, competence and training.
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About you

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We're looking for someone who:

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- Enjoys working outdoors and as part of a practical team.
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- Has experience in road maintenance, civil works, construction, grounds maintenance or a similar environment.
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- Has experience operating plant and equipment, or is willing and capable of developing these skills.
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- Takes pride in completing work to a high standard.
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- Is safety-conscious and understands the importance of working safely around roads, machinery and the public.
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- Can identify problems and take appropriate action to resolve them or promptly report them.
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- Is reliable, willing to learn and happy to get involved in a range of tasks.
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- Can work independently when required while following directions from the Team Leader Works.
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Why join Northern Grampians Shire Council?

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This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career in local government while doing work that you can see and be proud of.

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Every day, your work will contribute to keeping St Arnaud and the surrounding community safe, accessible and well maintained.

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You'll join a practical, supportive team where your skills and contribution are valued and where there is plenty of variety in the work you do.

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If you enjoy working outdoors, operating plant and getting stuck into practical work that makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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About Northern Grampians Shire Council Northern Grampians Shire Council has a diverse employment base, across 14 worksites in the Grampians Region of Victoria. We offer flexible work arrangements, providing access to relevant training and professional development opportunities with a variety of employee benefits. We promote innovation, responsiveness, respectfulness and continuous improvement as our core values. Being a smaller organisation, we can provide you with opportunities to act in leadership roles, transition between teams and participate in a range of collaborative projects with other team members or the wider community. We provide a supportive and flexible environment that values the balance between work and our employees' personal lives.

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Why join us?

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In addition to the picturesque landscapes at our backdoor, there are many other benefits to working for our cutting-edge and vibrant Northern Grampians Shire Council. These include:

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- Fortnightly RDO: Enjoy a well-deserved break and rejuvenate.
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- Great Team Environment: A secure, respectful and supportive environment to enable you to thrive. You will work with like-minded, passionate individuals who love what they do.
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- Professional Growth: We nurture talent and provide opportunities to flourish.
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- Flexible Work Arrangements: To support your work life balance.
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- Salary Packaging Options: Including remote area housing allowances and novated lease vehicles
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- Access to Paid Leave: including purchased leave, paid parental leave, gender affirmation leave and to respond to family violence matters
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- Employee Assistance Program: Your well-being matters - we've got you covered.
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- Biodiversity: Explore our Council region's varied flora and fauna
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Promote Inclusion

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Northern Grampians Shire Council is committed to promote inclusion of all children and families; we aim to establish a culture that supports:

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- cultural safety for Aboriginal children by working in partnership with Aboriginal peoples and Aboriginal community controlled organisations
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- cultural safety for children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds
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- establishing a safe environment for children with a disability
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Desired Skills and Experience

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Qualifications and experience

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- Satisfactory completion of Certificate III in Civil Construction or other relevant qualifications, or relevant experience/on-the-job training commensurate with the requirements of the role.
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- Hold a medium rigid drivers' licence, as a minimum.
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- Hold a Construction Induction White Card, or equivalent.
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- Experience and proficiency in the safe and competent operation in a range of light, medium and heavy-sized plant, with relevant licences and certifications.
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Selection criteria

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- Demonstrated ability to safely operate, maintain and complete running repairs on a range of plant and equipment, with required certification where applicable.
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- Understanding of methods and techniques required in road maintenance, traffic management and workplace safety.
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- Ability to understand and apply quality control processes to maintain standards in a construction/manufacturing environment.
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- Ability to accurately complete basic administration tasks, check lists and reports, and to navigate software applications competently.
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- Attach a resume and cover letter briefly addressing the key selection criteria.
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- Submit your application by following the process on this page.
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If you'd like to know more contact Colin Campbell, Team Leader Works - St Arnaud at [email protected] or call 03 5358 8700. Applications close 5pm Sunday 20th September 2026. Northern Grampians Shire Council is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. We are an Equal Employment Prospect Employer committed to providing a safe workplace that embraces and values child safety.

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