Plant Operator

Our aspiration is driven by an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of services we provide to our diverse and spirited community. Since the 2022 flood events, Council has continued to showcase our collective strength in partnership with the community, to lead the recovery efforts. Our journey has taken us far, and today, Lismore is starting to thrive again. It’s time for people who live, work and play in the region to enjoy and celebrate all the things we love about Lismore, to Back Lismore.

We #backlismore careers and embraces those who bring fresh perspectives and unique talents, making our journey toward greater success all the more vibrant and rewarding.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Plant Operator to join our Roads and Quarry team. This is a permanent role and will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of plant associated with the extractive industry/quarry environment. 

You'll be working 76 hours per fortnight, and will primarily be based at our Northern Rivers Quarry located at Blakebrook approximately 9km from Lismore. 

What we can offer you

• Attractive salary range from $58,396 plus superannuation.

• Flexible work options working within operational requirements. 

• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. 

• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities

What we trust you to deliver 

• Safely and effectively operate quarry plant equipment

• Maintain effective communication and relationships with key stakeholders and customers internal and external

• Undertake maintenance on various plants/machinery and assist with major overhauls as per maintenance schedule

• Support work improvement processes and ensure quality assurance processes are followed

What you'll need to be successful

• WorkCover Construction Induction Card (White Card)

• Class C Drivers Licence 

• Sound communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds 

• The ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines

Desirable

• HR Drivers Licence

• Front End Loader operational competence

• Excavator operational competence

We list items to give you an opportunity to showcase your potential and how you can evolve and grow with us. 

Please review the position description and utilise your resume and application responses in the application form below to illustrate your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.

Applications close on Tuesday 10 September 2024 at 9.00am.

Additional details

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Mark Livingstone, Acting Quarry Operations Coordinator on 0432 824 548.

Prior to employment, a series of pre-employment evaluations may include but not limited to; health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history verification, psychometric assessments and reference checks.

Council has an immunisation program to provide employees with vaccinations against known health risks associated with their respective duties and to identify any exposure to products that may affect an employee’s health, fitness and wellbeing. This position has been identified as a risk to the employee and as such the successful applicant/s will be required to participate in the immunisation program and it is the applicant’s responsibility to have undertaken relevant immunisation/s prior to commencement with Council.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We are also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly.