Job Description

Grader Operator (Internal Applicants Only)

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Greensborough, Australia
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Please note, we will only be accepting applications from current Nillumbik Shire Council employees.

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- Salary range of $76,321.29 and $80,963.41 per annum plus 12% super, annual leave loading and allowances.
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- Permanent full-time position
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- Access to fortnightly RDOs
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- Access to health and wellbeing initiatives and learning and development opportunities
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- Discounted gym memberships
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- Generous personal and carers leave
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About the role:

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The Grader Operator is responsible for providing a high level of skill in the operation of heavy road maintenance equipment including but not limited to grader, heavy rigid vehicle, skid steer loader and front-end loader/backhoe in accordance with the programmed maintenance schedules for unsealed roads, road shoulders and drains. The position will have a commitment to continual improvement in road infrastructure maintenance.

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A typical day might include:

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- Operate heavy mechanical plant and equipment, including but not limited to grader, heavy rigid vehicle, skid steer loader and front-end loader/backhoe to maintain unsealed roads network,



sealed standards and requirements in timely and efficient manner.
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- Operate heavy mechanical plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner with regard to State laws and Shire secure work practices and OH&S; regulations.
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- Provide input into team decision making, improvements to work standards, productivity improvements and the process of job redesign.
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What you will bring to the role:

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- Grader ticket
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- Heavy rigid license
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- Provide assistance with on-the-job training, demonstration of safe work methods and mentoring new employees in the operation of heavy mechanical plant and equipment to Grading Crew staff.
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If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Jesse McKinnon, Unsealed roads Team Leader on 0457 931 657 or [email protected]

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Applications close: 10pm (AEDT), Friday, 4 September 2026

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Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to creating a fair, equitable and inclusive community. We value diversity in our community and support the rights of all people regardless of age, gender, ability or background.

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Applications Close: 04 Sep 2026

📌 Grader Operator (Internal Applicants Only) (Victoria)
🏢 Nillumbik Shire Council
📍 Victoria