38 hours per week (Monday to Friday) with a 9-day fortnight
About the Role
Are you an experienced plant operator with a passion for civil construction and maintenance? Shoalhaven City Council is seeking a reliable and motivated Leading Hand Plant Operator to join our Southern Construction Team.
As a Leading Hand, you'll operate plant and light trucks, perform routine manual labour tasks, supervise up to two staff, and support the delivery of maintenance and construction projects across the Shoalhaven. You'll work on a variety of assets including roads, drainage, footpaths, parks, and recreational facilities.
Reporting directly to the Southern Drainage and Structures Supervisor, the key responsibilities of this role include:
Operate and maintain medium heavy plant items Rollers, Backhoes, Heavy and Light rigid trucks as required
Operate and maintain small plant items such as chainsaws, plate compactors, jack picks, concrete saws, electric power tools, vegetation trimmers, etc
Work under routine supervision and direction either individually or in a team workplace on a range of projects
Deliver quality workmanship in all tasks
Complete standard paperwork such as timesheets and daily site safety checklists, both written and electronically
Respond to emergencies and participate in call-back roster
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.
Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
School Certificate or equivalent
Minimum of 12 months' work experience in civil construction and/or maintenance activities
Demonstrated experience in operating minor and major plant and/or light trucks
Current NSW Class MR Driver's Licence or equivalent licence valid in NSW




Current TfNSW Issued Traffic Control or SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Work Training Cards - 'Traffic controller' and 'Implement traffic control plans' or willingness to obtain
Proof of right to work in Australia
Applications Close:
If you have any questions about this role, please contact
Troy Punnett - Civil Operations Manager - South - ************
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits include:
Generous leave entitlements
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Option of flexitime for indoor staff
9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
Flexible and remote working arrangements
Novated lease arrangements available
Opportunities for professional development and training
Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
NSW Welcome Experience
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Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies.
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and encourage applicants living with a disability to request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young
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📌 Leading Hand Plant Operator (Ulladulla)
🏢 Shoalhaven City Council
📍 Ulladulla