This role involves operating and maintaining civil plant and equipment safely and efficiently, in line with Council procedures and traffic laws. It requires the ability to work independently, knowledge of the Tweed Shire road network and flexibility to perform non-driving duties when needed

About the role:

• Operate and maintain civil plant and equipment safely and efficiently in line with Council procedures and relevant traffic laws.
• May be required to operate additional plant or machinery to meet operational needs.
• Work independently and navigate to various sites, preferably with sound knowledge of the Tweed Shire road network.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and collaborate with other work crews as directed.
• Perform non-driving duties when plant is idle or under repair.

What's on offer:

• a base salary ranging from $59,040 per annum with competency-based increments up to $67,436 per annum, plus 12% super
• 76 hour, 9 day fortnight
• training and development opportunities
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).

We are seeking:

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills to read instructions, manuals and complete work records accurately.
• Proven competency in operating a range of civil plant and machinery, including excavators, backhoes, graders and loaders.
• Sound understanding of plant operation standards, including grades, levels, cross falls and the ability to operate plant to conform to design levels and standard specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain equipment, follow cleaning procedures and keep accurate records such as safety checks and timesheets.
• Effective communication skills, team-oriented mindset and possession of a valid White Card (General Construction Induction).

About us:

• Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
• The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
• Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
• Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.

Where it's located:

This position is based in Tweed Heads and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes:

Friday 15 August 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.

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