The Opportunity To undertake labouring tasks and efficiently operate a range of Council rigid trucks and road plant 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 Operate tractor and slasher equipment, including front bucket and broom attachments, efficiently and to the required standards Perform general labouring duties Provide high quality plant operation services to the work teams at various locations within and outside of the Shire Maintain and service plant and equipment, in accordance with operating procedures Maintain a daily diary of plant movements as required Read and interpret basic plans and instructions Undertake traffic control and implement traffic control plans as required Report identified weeds Respond to internal and external customer request as required Participate in toolbox and team meetings Work effectively as a team member to assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices as required 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 Queensland class ‘C’ driver licence Queensland General Construction Induction, White Card (formerly known a Blue Card) RIIMPO315 Conduct Tractor Operations Desirable Traffic Management Implementation Plan (TMIP) Competency Traffic Controller Competency Other Plant Operator Tickets ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED Compulsory Demonstrated experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a maintenance (or construction) infrastructure environment together with knowledge of road maintenance (or construction) techniques Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices. Desirable Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment under minimal supervision. 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.
