Mackay Regional Council are seeking a dedicated and skilled Operator Loader to join our team based at the Paget Depot. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and construction of roads, drainage assets, and other civil infrastructure in the beautiful region of Mackay.

At Mackay Regional Council, we believe that we can create opportunities to help our region become the best region for liveability and livelihood. You will be home with your family every night and gain the work/life balance and job security you've been searching for!

About this opportunity:

As an Operator Loader, you will be responsible for labouring and plant and truck operation duties associated with maintenance and construction of roads and drainage assets including earthworks, concrete, pipelaying, bitumen and vegetation work.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Current General Construction Safety "White" Card.
• Current QLD Heavy Rigid Truck 'HR' Class Licence or interstate equivalent or willingness to obtain within six (6) months.
• Certificate of Competency to operate road construction plant and/or equipment in particular roller, loader, backhoe, skid steer, roller.
• Current Traffic Management Implementation (TMI) qualifications or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months.

Our Salary Package:

• $58,081 base annual salary plus appliable allowances
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, the position may close earlier than expected. Submit your application today to avoid missing out on this fantastic career prospect.

Having troubles submitting your application?

Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).

***Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia, Please visit Mackay Regional Council - Careers at council webpage regarding International Applicant criteria. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre-employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.