Plant Operator - Level 2

About the role

Lockhart Shire Council's Engineering Services is looking for a full-time Grade 5 Plant Operator (Level 2) to run major civil plant safely and support day-to-day road construction and maintenance. The position reports to the Works Supervisor and involves operating plant, helping with road and drainage work, caring for equipment and completing records. It is a hands-on role in infrastructure work such as drainage, kerb and guttering, vegetation maintenance and road works.

Key responsibilities

• Operate plant such as backhoes, loaders, excavators, skid steers, rollers and street sweepers where you are assessed as competent.
• Help with road, drainage and infrastructure work including trenching, backfilling, culvert and pipe installation, kerb and guttering and vegetation maintenance.
• Follow Council procedures, safe work documents and site requirements.
• Inspect, clean and carry out minor servicing of plant, and report faults, damage and servicing needs promptly.
• Complete timesheets, plant use records and other required paperwork.
• Work with Council staff and contractors, carry out general labouring and manual handling, and take part in on-call and emergency work when required.

Required profile

• Higher School Certificate.
• Current NSW Heavy Rigid (HR) driver licence or higher.
• Verification of Competency (VOC) for three or more plant items, including backhoe, front-end loader, excavator, skid steer and roller.
• At least two years' relevant experience in plant operation and road works.
• Safety-minded, able to follow instructions, work with others and communicate clearly with supervisors, contractors and the public.

What we offer

• Salary of $1,130.86 to $1,266.57 per week.
• Compressed work week (4 days, Monday to Thursday).
• Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided.
• Opportunities to progress into higher-level operational, specialist or supervisory roles, and training and mentoring, including additional plant tickets and licences.

Applicants submit a cover letter, resume and answers to three short questions through the online portal or by email; applications close on Monday 16 November 2026. Pre-employment medical and checks are required.