Job Description

Heavy Plant Operator Tablelands Regional Council Ravenshoe, QLD, AU

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Our Ravenshoe team is looking for a skilled, precise and conscientious Heavy Plant Operator (primarily Grader) to join our Maintenance team on a full-time, permanent basis.

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This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of truck and heavy plant for road construction and maintenance projects and for providing a high standard of operational and maintenance labouring skills throughout the Tablelands Region.

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About Tablelands Regional Council (TRC)

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TRC is a forward-thinking, progressive, and inclusive organisation, delivering a range of services and programs for our community. We have a highly skilled workforce who provide innovative solutions to problems. We seek and recruit people who are passionate about the region, work well in a team environment, and have the skills and abilities to produce quality outcomes.

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The Atherton Tablelands is one of the most exciting places in North Queensland to live and work. Located within a 90-minute drive from Cairns, our enviable lifestyle, vibrant landscapes, untouched rainforests, dramatic mountains, and stunning lakes & waterfalls make the Tablelands region extremely attractive for your new career

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Tablelands Regional Council offers:

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- Versatile Working Conditions - we encourage a healthy work-life balance.
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- Employment Security - we offer long-term employment opportunities.
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- Diverse Training Opportunities - we support staff in their roles.
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- Career Progression – we provide opportunities to continually grow and build a career in local government.
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- Equal Remuneration – we offer equal employment opportunities.
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Applications Close 5pm, Thursday 17 September 2026

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- Base salary package from $65,467.00 per annum ($2,517.96 per fortnight)
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- A range of allowances included in base salary
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- Attractive work/life balance - 76 hour / 9-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO)
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- Flexible working arrangements with RDO incentive
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- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
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- Access to pro-rata long service leave after 7 years' of service
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- Uniforms & personal protective equipment supplied
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- Hearing checks, flu shots & skin checks (subject to availability)
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- Discounted health insurance available
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Position Description

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For further details about the role download the Position Description.

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Employment with TRC

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For further information about conditions of employment, working at TRC, and living and Working on the Tablelands go to TRC Careers.

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Position Queries

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For more information about the role please contact Dan Angwin Foreperson Maintenance during office hours - 0456 318 606.

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Technical Issues Contact:

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For application enquiries, please contact Human Resources during office hours - 07 4089 2315.

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We encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations People, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.

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