Work Type: Permanent Full Time 

Location: Emerald 

Department: Communities

Remuneration: Stream B, Level 4 - 5: $71,116.70 to $72,264.51 per annum + superannuation

Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking Plant Operator Labourers to join out Emerald team. In this role you will be required to undertake a range of duties as directed by the Supervisor Parks and Gardens, or Coordinator Parks & Facilities, including maintenance to Council’s parks and garden assets and the operation of various plant and equipment in a safe manner.

In this busy role, you will support the organisation by:

• Daily responsibilities/tasks including resolving on the job issues to be carried out efficiently and effectively using education, experience, expertise and previous training, when deciding on the appropriate equipment and council procedure to use. 
• Ensure safe and competent operation of all Council equipment, including carrying out regular maintenance checks.
• Awareness and preparation of a safe work area including all plant and equipment must be maintained at all times, ensuring the safety of employees and the public.
• When required to interact with members of the community do so in a polite and courteous manner. 

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:

• Minimum of Queensland C class provisional drivers’ licence (manual).
• General Construction Induction Card. 
• ACDC Statement of Attainment and Commercial Operators licence (or ability to obtain).
• Working in Proximity to Traffic modules (or ability to obtain). 
• Demonstrated ability to undertake physical tasks associated with the position. 
• Sound standard of communication skills, including responding to routine enquires from the general public and fellow employees, and recording activities and standard information. 

If this sounds like you, apply now!

For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.

Applications close: Friday 3rd October 2025 at 5pm.