Medium Plant Operator

Merriwa
Permanent Full-Time (38 hours per week) – 9 day fortnight

The role:
Council is looking to expand our team with a skilled and motivated medium plant operator to join our Merriwa Works Delivery crew. 

As a Medium Plant Operator, you will be responsible for operating trucks and medium plant to support road maintenance and construction projects. You will also assist with general labouring duties as required, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and effectively.

This position provides the opportunity to operate a range of plant, including but not limited to:  
Heavy Rigid Truck Small Excavator < 7T Water Cart
Loader Skidsteer Tractor & implements
Roller Backhoe Other construction machinery as required

What’s on offer:
-$1102.80 - to $1235.10 per 38 hour week + 11.5% super + weekly operational staff allowance + potential overtime and the opportunity for salary progression
-Christmas break shut down and no mandatory public holiday work
-A true 38 hour working week, Monday – Friday working week with the opportunity to access overtime if desired
-9 day fortnight (that means every second weekend is a long weekend!)
-20 days paid annual leave every year and generous sick leave entitlements 
-Access to training and development opportunities and career pathway
-Access to long service leave after 5 years of continuous service 
-Salary sacrifice options 
-Opportunities to grow and operate truck and dog, grader and dozer

What we need from you:
HR license (essential) and willing to obtain within the first three months
Experience in truck driving for construction or maintenance or other plant experience
Willingness to learn and develop to expand your skills in plant operation
A valid Construction Induction (White Card)
Proven ability to operate, maintain, and service medium and small trucks and plant to a high standard
Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control Plans Certification, or a willingness to obtain
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
High level commitment to WHS regulations and safe work practices in civil construction and plant operations.

About us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Enquiries and Further Information
Give Alan Burke – Works Coordinator Merriwa a call on 0476 462 620 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity.

Closing Date:

Friday 7th March, 2025.  

Job Description:

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How To Apply
All applications must be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website - upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.