Plant Operator - Specialist (backhoe) - Utilities Construction
Job No:
BSC202200548
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
We are currently seeking a suitably experienced candidate to operate a backhoe to support Council’s civil construction operational teams, with a focus on water and wastewater infrastructure.
The primary responsibility of the position is operating a backhoe, with additional duties including operating other types of machinery and performing a variety of labouring tasks associated with section functions, including pipe laying and construction, repair and maintenance of essential infrastructure.
To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Demonstrated high level competence in the operation of a backhoe in a civil construction and maintenance working environment.
- Demonstrated understanding of and experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater infrastructure including pipelines, manholes, storage tanks, valve pits and small sewer pump stations.
- Proven knowledge and ability to use pipe lasers and dumpy levels.
- Demonstrated experience in and ability to perform a range of physical labouring duties.
- Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written.
The rewards
- A salary range of $61,300 to $70,300 per annum (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight or 4 day week).
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
- Provision of uniform and PPE.
- 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.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.
Applications close
11.30pm on Friday 24 October 2025
Specific enquiries
Alistair Weallans | Works Engineer | 02 5646 2828
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