The Plant Operator undertakes operational activities associated with the provision of road infrastructure services to the City of Greater Geraldton, working under direction to ensure all work is carried out within agreed programs and budget constraints and in compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations, City policies, procedures and relevant Australian standards.
This position works a 9 day fortnight with every second Friday as a non-working day.
Key accountabilities: Participate in hazard identification and controls through the development of specific JHA and ensuring team accountability. Promote safe work practices and environment through leading by example. Construct and maintain unsealed roads and shoulders within the City's network. General operation of plant and hand tools, carry out maintenance and/or labour duties as required. Operate plant and specialised road maintenance equipment in a competent and safe manner including rollers, loaders, trucks, graders, bobcats, excavators and other machinery as required. Ensure that regular routine daily maintenance is carried out and that relevant log books and pre-start are completed. Position requirements: The successful applicant will hold an HC licence and have demonstrated experience in the safe use of plant and equipment associated with road construction including rollers, loaders, graders, bobcats and excavators.
Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.
Remuneration and benefits: A salary starting from $72,450 per annum or $36.66 per hour will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.
Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:
Up to 20.5% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme) 9-day fortnight 22 Annual Leave days Flexible working arrangements Career opportunities Study Assistance Interested in applying? To be considered for this vacancy, you must include the following documents in your application:
A completed Application Form (to enable the E-Form, save the document to your computer desktop) Applications should be emailed to the Chief Executive Officer at or sent to: City of Greater Geraldton, PO Box 101, Geraldton WA 6531 by 4pm, Wednesday 20 November 2024.
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