The Opportunity To efficiently operate a grader to meet required standards on maintenance and construction projects. About Us Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton. Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide high quality specialist plant operation services including road construction and maintenance Maintain a high standard and consistent approach with the usage of all Council’s plant Maintain and service plant and equipment on a daily basis, in accordance with operating procedures Provide support in the operation of other plant and equipment, as required Carry out general labouring duties, as required Maintain a daily diary of plant movements Comply with Council operating procedures and site specific work plans Allow reconciliation to materials issued to work sites Read and interpret basic plans and instructions Undertake traffic control and implement traffic control plans, as required Liaise with workplace representative and employees to continuously improve work practices Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position e.g. timesheets Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices, as required Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery, as required Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS Compulsory Current Qld Class ‘HR’ driver’s licence Qld General Safety Induction (White or Blue Card) Certificate of Competency – Grader. Desirable Implement Traffic Management Plans (ITMP) Qualification Traffic Control Licence Other plant tickets. ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Compulsory Demonstrated experience in the effective operation of a grader (assessed to meet final trim standards) and the use of Machine Guidance Systems within a construction and maintenance infrastructure environment Experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a maintenance or construction infrastructure environment Sound literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills and ability undertake Learning and Development opportunities as required Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment under minimal supervision Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices. How to Apply Information on how to apply is in our application package, which can be obtained from our website www.banana.qld.gov.au or by calling 07 4992 9500 . Applications Close: 13 September 2025
