Council is seeking a Senior Plant Operator with demonstrated experience in machinery operations and team leadership in road construction and maintenance activities.
This position is based out of Council’s Heywood depot and offers a 9-day fortnight which provides a great work-life balance while contributing to essential community services.
As part of the Works team, the Senior Plant Operator is responsible for supervising teams and operating machinery in a range of civil construction and infrastructure maintenance works across the Shire. The role will act as a 2IC to the Heywood team leader and assist with customer enquiries and works planning as required.
For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.
Please Note: applications will be reviewed as they are received during the advertising period and interviews may be undertaken as suitable applications come in, so don’t delay in submitting your application.
What you need to Thrive
- A positive ‘can do’ attitude.
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence is essential.
- Heavy Combination Licence is highly regarded.
- Relevant Plant and Equipment tickets and licences.
- Good computer skills.
- Good understanding of legislation and codes governing road management and safety.
- Demonstrated experience in safe and efficient operation of construction plant and specialist equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness and physical capacity to carry out key duties of the position including manual labour.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills with the capacity to learn new techniques and work practices.
To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role. Why work for us?
A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do. We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.
Glenelg Shire
Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a protected working setting which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.
We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes. Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks. We respectfully acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara people, Boandik people, Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.
Pre-employment Requirements:
All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form. When submitting your application, please ensure you upload the following supporting documents:
- A brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role, including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the Position Description.
- Resume.
- Copies of relevant qualifications (if applicable).
Applications Close: Thursday 19 November 2026 at 11:59pm Looking for further information please contact:
Name: Laurie Porter
Position: Depot Leader - Heywood
Contact Phone: 03 5527 0608
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