Plant Operator - Driver (Civil)

Application Close Date: 11:59pm on 13/09/2026

At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

What we offer you 

• A Generous Salary + 12% Superannuation 
• Working Location: Kingswood Depot
• The best of both worlds – click here to learn more

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

As a Plant Operator – Driver, you will play a key role within the Civil Operations team, contributing to the effective delivery of public infrastructure and service outcomes across the City.

This role involves:

• Operating Council vehicles safely for the transport of personnel, equipment and materials in accordance with licence requirements and statutory obligations
• Conducting pre-start inspections, monitoring road and site conditions, and ensuring loads are secured in line with regulatory requirements
• Operating plant, tools and equipment across a range of civil construction and maintenance activities, including undertaking routine checks and arranging repairs where required
• Performing manual labouring duties associated with civil works, including construction, maintenance and cleansing activities
• Supporting traffic control activities and maintaining safe work site
• Delivering high-quality customer service to internal stakeholders and the broader community, ensuring Council is represented positivelyMaintaining compliance with Council policies, relevant legislation and Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements at all times

This position provides an opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure services while working within a collaborative and safety-focused environment

Who we are (And why you’ll love us)

You will be joining Council’s City Presentation department, where teams are committed to maintaining safe, functional and well-presented public spaces for the community.

Our Civil Operations team is characterised by:

• A strong commitment to safety, compliance and high-quality service delivery
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• A focus on continuous improvement, training and upskilling
• Flexibility to work across multiple depots and functions
• We value professionalism, reliability and teamwork, and we support our employees to develop the skills required to succeed in a dynamic operational environment.

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What are we looking for?

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused individual who demonstrates sound operational capability and a commitment to quality service delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• You have an MR or HR licence and enjoy operating plant, equipment and vehicles in a practical, outdoor environment
• You put safety first and take pride in delivering quality work for the community
• You’re a dependable team player with strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• You’re flexible, willing to learn and ready to take on a mix of driving, plant operation and civil maintenance tasks.

The must-know bits

You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.

Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, to progress through the recruitment process.

Ready to make work feel less like… work?

If you’re nodding along and already picturing your first day, submit your application by hitting ‘Apply Now’.

In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (outlined in the position description) as a part of their application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

 We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk.

For more information, contact Ash Beckwith on 0402 095 ***. 

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation. For more information about this, please see our website.

At Penrith City Council, we believe the best of both worlds means embracing the unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that make our City and our organisation vibrant. We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities. 

Essential Criteria

• A current Class MR or HR Licence
• Experience in Civil Construction Labouring
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White) Card
• Current Traffic Controller card (Blue ticket) or willingness to obtain
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety (WHS) work practices

Desirable

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Construction or related area
• Previous experience in Local Government
• Experience in operating plant and equipment

Permanent full-time opportunity for an experienced Plant Operator-Driver to join our Civil Operations team.