GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION

To undertake labouring tasks and efficiently operate a range of Council rigid trucks and road plant to meet required standards on maintenance and construction projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Operate and control Backhoe/Loader in a safe, efficient and effective manner to achieve programmed drainage construction outcomes
- Perform concrete pipe laying, backfilling, steel fixing, and concrete formwork operations in accordance with Council standards, work programs and safe operating procedures
- Provide high-quality plant operation services to work teams at various locations within and outside the Shire, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
- Assess work sites and apply judgement to determine safe operating methods, identify hazards and implement appropriate risk controls prior to commencing work
- Conduct pre-start inspections and undertake routine servicing, maintenance and cleaning of plant and equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and Council procedures
- Monitor plant condition and promptly report faults, defects, incidents and maintenance requirements to ensure operational reliability and safety
- Maintain accurate records of plant movements, operating hours, maintenance activities and work completed, as required
- Read, interpret and apply work schedules, site instructions, plans and operational procedures to deliver required outcomes
- Undertake traffic management activities and implement approved Traffic Control Plans in accordance with relevant legislation, standards and Council requirements
- Identify, record and report declared weeds, environmental hazards or other issues requiring remedial action
- Respond professionally to requests and enquiries from internal and external customers, providing information within the scope of the position
- Carry out general labouring duties
- Operate other small plant, equipment and machinery within the employee's competencies, licences and training, as required




- Participate in toolbox meetings, safety briefings and team discussions, contributing to a positive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives
- Work collaboratively within a team setting while exercising initiative and limited supervision in the performance of allocated tasks
- Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations
- Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties, including providing and obtaining information
- Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position, e.g. timesheets
- Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices, as required
- Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
- Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

Compulsory

- Queensland ‘C’ class manual driver’s licence
- QLD General Safety Induction – White or Blue Card
- RIIMP0319 Conduct Backhoe/Loader Operators.

Desirable

- Queensland ‘HR’ class manual driver’s licence
- RIIMPO320 Conduct civil construction excavations
- Traffic Management Implementation Plan
- Traffic Controller Licence.

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Compulsory

- Ability to operate road making plant and provide basic repair and daily maintenance for road plant




- Demonstrated experience performing general labouring duties including concrete works and the ability to maintain small plant
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment under minimal supervision
- Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills
- Good understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices.

CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS

The Employee agrees to comply with the following:

- Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures
- Customer service standards
- Council’s Code of Conduct
- Environment and Sustainability policy and procedure
- Human rights legislation, actively promoting its principles in all activities
- Human Resources policies and procedures
- Financial Management policies and procedures
- Records Management policies and procedures
- Disaster Management policies and procedures.

SPECIFIC CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS

- The employee acknowledges that this role requires them to hold and maintain a minimum of a class ‘C’ manual driver’s licence and that the loss of licence may jeopardise employment with Council
- The employee agrees to be available to travel within and outside of Shire boundaries for work and training purposes and may be required to work away from home for unspecified periods of time
- The employee agrees to be available for work on weekends and public holidays as required
- The employee acknowledges this role is physically demanding and requires an adequate level of fitness to be held and maintained in order to successfully undertake manual labouring tasks
- The employee acknowledges that this role has been identified as working in an ‘at risk work location’ and/or is an ‘at risk worker’ and subsequently agrees to be protected by the relevant immunisations in accordance with Council’s Staff Immunisation Program and will participate in required health monitoring in accordance with the guidelines set out by council and relevant legislation and industry standards

📌 Plant Operator (Brisbane)
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 Brisbane