Kyogle Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Plant Operator to join our team. As a Plant Operator, you will play a critical role to effectively and efficiently operate items of Council’s general plant such as loader, backhoe and other plant in the maintenance and construction of Council’s network of roads and related physical assets.

· Generous salary above award up to $69,586.40 dependant on experience

· Flexible working arrangements, 38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight

· Make a genuine positive contribution to the local community

Schedule of duties:

· To operate plant in an efficient and safe manner as required in compliance with relevant laws, standards, Council policy and having regard for the safety of the public, road users and other employees.

· Traffic control devices are erected prior to machinery moving onto sites and ensure that they are maintained appropriately during all construction and maintenance operations.

· All work health and safety requirements are met including completion of risk assessments and working within safe work procedures. Use of necessary safety gear for the performance of various duties (eg hard hat, ear plugs, safety glasses etc).

· Report any occurrence of accident or injury on the job immediately when it occurs, and complete the required paper work and submit to immediate supervisor.

· Operate other items of plant which may be required from time to time provided that relevant accreditations are held by the operator

· Perform other work duties within capabilities as allocated from time to time by Overseer including manual tasks.

· To perform labouring and traffic control duties as required.

· Maintain a diary of works carried out and works necessary to be carried out as part of the general construction and maintenance program and submit a copy of diary to Overseer weekly.

· Any difficulties in carrying out assigned or cyclical works are reported to Overseer the same day they occur to ensure prompt action.

· All items of plant must be maintained in a roadworthy condition through adherence to cyclical and daily maintenance checks.

· Problems with the operation of plant are reported to the Plant and Depot Coordinator when they occur to enable plant to be repaired before major failures occur.

· Time sheets are recorded accurately with appropriate forms attached (eg leave form) and are submitted to overseer on time.

· Perform all task/duties in manner which promotes effective team work and good public and co-worker relations.

· Operate as a member of a work team and practice sharing of work duties and multi- skilling and on call and after hours duties.

If you thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment, if you are passionate about civil construction and are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the community, we encourage you to apply.

Selection Criteria

Essential:

· Successful completion of Year 10 or equivalent.

· Hold relevant WorkCover or accreditation certificate relevant to item of plant and

demonstrated experience in plant operation.

· Possession of a Class HR Drivers Licence

· Ability and skill to operate and know the capabilities of the plant item to required

tolerances and have working knowledge of road plant maintenance/servicing.

· Working knowledge of unsealed road maintenance procedures, sealed road and drain

maintenance procedures, pavement construction procedures and earthworks

operations.

· Ability to operate an item of plant in conjunction with other plant and traffic on job sites.

· Working knowledge of local roadmaking and pavement materials and their relevant

compaction procedures.

· Ability to operate as a member of a works team.

· Experience and ability to undertake manual labouring tasks.

· Work Health and Safety Workcover General Induction Ticket (White Card).

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Work Health and Safety and an ability to apply them to the work practices.

Desirable:

· Traffic Control Ticket (stop / slow)

· Ability to operate other items of plant

· Chainsaw Ticket (Level 1 – cross cutting)

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit a cover letter explaining how your skills, experience, and qualifications make you a great fit for this position, along with your current resume. Send your application by email [email protected] or by post, marked "Confidential," to the Human Resources Manager, Kyogle Council, PO Box 11, Kyogle, NSW 2474.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Kyogle Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, people living with disabilities and indigenous Australians.

Applications close Friday 3 October 2025