Ballina Shire Council

Plant Operator – Specialist (grader)

ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

Council is currently seeking enthusiastic candidates with high level competence in the operation of a grader to join its road construction team. The successful candidates will be responsible for operating a grader and a range of other plant items, as well as conducting a variety of labouring duties, to support the completion of road construction projects. 

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Class C driver licence with the ability to operate manual transmission.
• Demonstrated high level competence in the operation of a grader in a civil construction and maintenance working environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience in civil construction duties associated with roads and roadsides.
• Demonstrated good communication skills, both oral and written.

The rewards

• A salary range of $61,500 to $70,500 per annum (plus 11.5% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
• 9 day fortnight working arrangement. Full time field staff will have the option to apply to work a compressed four day work week, subject to operational and team based requirements and approval.
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.