Plant Operator - Slasher (Maintenance) (Tara)

About the Role

Based in Tara, you will be part of the Works Maintenance team responsible for maintaining Council's roads and infrastructure across the region.

Reporting to the Works Supervisor, you will:

• Provide a high standard of skill of operating skills on civil construction and maintenance plant, in particular a Slasher;
• Be aware of and adhere to safe work practices; and
• Complete allocated tasks within agreed time frames.

About you

The successful applicant will have:

• current C Class Driver's Licence (HR advantageous);
• a Construction Induction White Card;
• a strong awareness of relevant safety standards and requirements;
• possess good time management skills and the capability to complete allocated tasks while working within a team;
• knowledge of the MUTCD and its application (desirable); and
• be physically fit and enjoy manual labour

What we offer:

• Work life balance - 9 day fortnight
• Access to Corporate Health Plan
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Salary Packaging available - Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity
• Locality allowance
• Job security in a local government position
• Living in the Western Downs
  • Welcome Guides
  • Experience Western Downs
  • Taste the Western Downs

If you enjoy working in the outdoors and have a passion for working in a team to construct and maintain our Community's infrastructure, this role is for you.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Western Downs Regional Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date without prior notice.

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