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Plant Operator / Labourer – Rural Roads Maintenance

Cloncurry Shire council
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia
Labourer

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Plant Operator / Labourer to join our Rural Roads Maintenance team within the Infrastructure & Environment Department.

This role is responsible for supporting Council’s rural roads maintenance and construction programs, including grader operations, road maintenance activities and general labouring duties.

What We Offer

  • Full Time- Stream B- Level 1-7- $58,000 to $66,0000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation.
  • 5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)
  • Monthly RDO (13 per year)
  • Personal (Sick) Leave
  • Remote Area Housing Allowance

About the Role

The Plant Operator / Labourer – Rural Roads position undertakes a range of operational duties, including plant operation, rural road maintenance and general labouring tasks. The role supports Council’s rural road network by ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will assist with a variety of tasks, including:

  • Operating plant and machinery, including grader operations and final trim grading.
  • Performing road maintenance and construction activities on rural roads
  • Conducting pre-start checks and reporting defects on plant and equipment.
  • Grass cutting and vegetation maintenance along rural roads.
  • Maintenance of road signs and guideposts
  • Pothole patching and other road maintenance tasks
  • Slashing and general labouring duties
  • Assisting with litter and garbage collection where required
  • Supporting Council works programs as directed by the Rural Roads Supervisor

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Experience operating plant and machinery, particularly grader operations
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks within expected timeframes and maintain high work standards.
  • Strong understanding of Workplace Health and Safety practices
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of civil construction or local government works is desirable.
  • Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Current Police Clearance
  • Manual C Class Driver Licence
  • Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver Licence
  • Construction White Card (required prior to commencement)
  • Current Grader Operator Certification
  • Formation Grading of Unsealed Roads Certification

Desirable

  • Traffic Control or Traffic Management accreditation
  • Heavy Combination (HC) Licence
  • Experience operating a range of plant and machinery
  • Certificate III in Plant Operations (Civil Construction) or similar
  • Minimum two years’ experience in grader operations and final trim work

For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD.

Locals are encouraged to apply!

Applications close on 3 April 2026 at 12 pm.

Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.