Job Description
Role based in Tenterfield & Urbenville, NSW
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Build Roads. Build Community. Build Your Career.
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Tenterfield Shire Council is recruiting multiple Plant Operators to join its Infrastructure Works team across Tenterfield and Urbenville, NSW — a genuine long-term chance with real career pathways.
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Duties
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Operate and maintain civil plant and road construction machinery
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Perform pothole patching, concreting and general road maintenance
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Complete daily pre-start checks, plant maintenance and timesheets
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Install and maintain road signage, guideposts and erosion control measures
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Perform traffic control duties to ensure safe site operations
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Is This You?
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Certificate II in Civil Construction (or equivalent experience)
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Demonstrated experience operating civil plant and road machinery
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Strong safety mindset, particularly in live traffic environments
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The following will be highly regarded:
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Certificate III in Civil Construction (or willingness to obtain – Council support provided)
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General Construction (White) Card
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Certificate of Competency for relevant plant
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First Aid Certificate
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The Rewards of Joining Our Team
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You will receive a competitive salary of $60,143 - $69,259 per annum + Award Allowances + 12% Superannuation, based on skills and experience. You will also have access to:
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9-day fortnight for better work/life balance
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4 weeks accumulative annual leave
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2 weeks accumulative sick leave
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1 week MyLeave
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Further learning and development opportunities
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Onsite monthly counselling via Council's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Health and wellbeing programs
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Genuine pathways into higher plant roles, Leading Hand positions and broader infrastructure opportunities
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Please Note: Preferred location (Tenterfield or Urbenville) can be indicated during application.
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About Tenterfield Shire Council
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Tenterfield Shire Council is a rural council in the New England region of NSW, delivering high-quality regional infrastructure and public services with a safe, collaborative culture.
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Be Part of Tenterfield's Story
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If you're looking for stability, opportunities to develop your skills and a role where your work makes a visible difference to the community, this is your prospect to become part of a Council that values safety, teamwork and development.
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Prefer Flexibility right now? Tenterfield Shire Council is also hiring Casual Plant Operators.
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Please Note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undergo vehicle assessment and competency checks. Successful applicants must also complete a current National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment prior to commencing employment.

📌 Plant Operator (New South Wales)
🏢 Tenterfield Shire Council
📍 New South Wales