Plant Operator (side arm tractor)
Job No:
BSC202200484
Location:
Ballina
ABOUT US
Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.
Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Position
As a member of Council's road maintenance team, this position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a side arm tractor to assist with roadside slashing to support the completion of road maintenance and construction projects.
The position will also be responsible for relief operation of other plant items and conducting a variety of labouring duties associated with section functions, including concreting, signage maintenance, roadside spraying, pothole repairs and general maintenance of roads, roadsides, footpaths, cycleways, kerb and guttering, drainage, bridge structures and all other assets for the Engineering Works section.
To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Class C driver licence with the ability to operate manual transmission and a safe driving record.
- Demonstrated experience in the operation of a side arm tractor/slasher and other plant items (such as roller, front end loader, backhoe, etc.) and basic mechanical knowledge.
- Demonstrated understanding of and experience in road construction and maintenance duties associated with roads and roadsides.
- Demonstrated experience in and ability to perform a range of physical labouring duties.
- Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.
- Work Safely in the Construction Industry Induction ticket (white card).
The rewards
- A salary range of $59,300 to $68,000 per annum (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- 9 day fortnight working arrangement. Full time field staff will have the option to apply to work a compressed four day work week, subject to operational and team based requirements and approval.
- Health and wellbeing support (including Fitness Passport membership options).
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Learning and career development opportunities.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.
Applications close
11.30pm on Wednesday 2 July 2025
Specific enquiries
Alistair Weallans | Works Engineer | 02 5646 2828
How To Apply
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