Plant Operator - Bitumen Truck

About the role

Coolamon Shire Council is seeking a Plant Operator to assist with the construction and maintenance of Council's infrastructure, including roads, footpaths, drainage and recreational assets. The role reports to the Overseer in the Engineering & Technical Services Directorate and is a permanent full-time position (38 hours) at Local Government (State) Award grade Band 1, Level 3.

Key responsibilities

• Operate tractors, slashers, small compaction equipment, pumps and other minor plant
• Provide servicing, maintenance and cleaning to assigned plant
• Carry out road pavement maintenance and bitumen sealing work
• Occasionally drive light vehicles or trucks requiring an HC licence, dig and shovel, and occasionally excavate with a backhoe
• Occasionally operate a forklift, loader or other small plant, and occasionally supervise two or more plant items or act as foreman
• Control traffic and ensure compliance with Council policies, procedures and legislative requirements including workplace health and safety

Required profile

• Current OH&S Construction Induction Certificate (White Card) - essential
• Current MR unrestricted driver's licence - essential
• Desirable: HR or HC unrestricted driver's licence, Traffic Controllers Certificate, Certificate III in Civil Construction or willingness to start within 6 months
• Demonstrated competence in road construction and maintenance, and in operating plant such as FE loaders, backhoes and forklifts
• Effective communication and sound knowledge of relevant legislation and risk assessment

What we offer

• Salary of $1,118.30 to $1,265.55 per week depending on qualifications and experience
• Rostered day off every three weeks, weekly pay and salary packaging opportunities
• Annual flu vaccinations, supplied workwear and PPE, and access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Local Government award conditions: 2 weeks sick leave, 4 weeks annual leave, 1 week MyLeave and long service after 5 years

Applications require a completed application form, cover letter and resume, and must be submitted by 5pm on Tuesday 10 November 2026.