Plant Operator Level 4 - Maintenance Grader

About the role

Lachlan Shire Council is seeking a full-time permanent and a 6-month temporary Plant Operator Level 4 - Maintenance Grader to join its Roads Team. The roles are based in Condobolin, NSW, and cover the operation and basic maintenance of Council's maintenance graders, with other duties varying from time to time and including general labouring and other plant operation.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and perform basic maintenance on Council's maintenance graders
• Carry out general labouring and other plant operation duties as required

Required profile

• Ability to safely operate a grader
• Previous work-related experience
• Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Current Class C driver licence
• Good customer service and communication skills, good literacy, and ability to work collaboratively in a team with initiative and self-motivation

Required skills

• Grader operation
• Basic knowledge of plant maintenance

What we offer

• Salary of $2,395.16 to $2,574.79 per fortnight, starting according to qualifications, skills and experience (Grade 6)
• Conditions under the Local Government (State) Award
• 76-hour fortnight with a rostered day off (9-day fortnight)
• 2 weeks sick leave per year and 1 week of MyLeave
• 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Wellness programs, skin, hearing and respiratory health checks, and an annual flu vaccination program

To apply, complete the application form and attach a resume, copies of relevant qualifications and a 2-page covering letter. Applications close on 4 November 2026.