Plant Operator

Plant Operator

Infrastructure Services

Permanent Full Time

Maryborough

Operations Level 4 - $72,866

• + annualised allowance of $2,701
• + 9-day fortnight 

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a Plant Operator to join our Works Operations team. In this hands-on role, you will safely operate a range of specialist plant and fleet to deliver road construction, maintenance and drainage works across the Fraser Coast region. Working both independently and as part of a dedicated team, you'll contribute to the delivery of essential infrastructure that supports our community while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality and customer service.

What your day will look like: 

• Operate specialist plant, fleet and attachments to undertake construction and maintenance works.
• Perform road and drainage maintenance activities to Council standards.
• Complete pre-start inspections and basic maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Support safe work practices, traffic management and site safety requirements.
• Record completed works, timesheets and service requests using Council systems.
• Provide professional customer service when working in public environments.

Please click here to view a full position description.

What you’ll need for success:

• General Construction Induction (White Card).
• Valid MR Licence recognised in Queensland.
• Demonstrated experience operating plant and fleet in road and drainage maintenance environments.
• Experience operating machinery such as trucks, tractors, backhoes and graders.
• Sound knowledge of WHS, environmental and risk management requirements.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team outcomes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to use mobile devices and works management systems to record work activities and timesheets.

 What’s nice to have:

• Valid HC Licence recognised in Queensland. 
• Plant operation competencies or statements of attainment for equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, skid steers and excavators.
• Traffic Management Implementation (Level 2).
• Previous local government or civil construction experience.

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Benefits of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.  Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

• Values based culture
• Employee discount shopping program
• Professional development
• Flexible working arrangements including work from home
• Study assistance program
• Novated leasing
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid emergency services leave
• Uniform subsidy
• Years of service rewards

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Tuesday 15 September 2026 - subject to change pending qualified applications received.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Gray Hodgetts (Supervisor Road Maintenance) on 0419 674 149 during office hours only. 

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.