Multi-skilled Plant Operator (Roller)

About Quilpie Shire Council

Quilpie Shire Council serves a Western Queensland community and has been evolving alongside local needs since 1930. The council describes itself as a small organisation with ambitious goals, a practical team culture, and a strong focus on community impact.

Role Overview

This position is for a motivated Multi-Skilled Plant Operator to support road building and upkeep across the region. The role reports to the Road Construction and Maintenance Supervisor and is focused on the safe, effective use of plant and equipment on construction and maintenance works.

Key Duties

• Carry out road maintenance, road construction, structures, concrete work, and other general operational tasks.
• Operate plant in line with the manufacturer’s instructions and specifications.
• Complete general labouring duties connected to road construction and maintenance activities.
• Keep accurate records of daily work performed.

What You Will Need

The council is looking for someone resilient, flexible, and comfortable working outdoors in a hands-on environment. A strong safety mindset, attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude are important, along with alignment to the council’s values of respect, communication, fun and humour, pride, trust, and teamwork.

Essential Qualifications

• Certificates of competency for backhoe, roller, and/or loader operation.
• Current MC class driver’s licence.
• Current General Construction Induction Card.

Desirable Experience

• Experience operating a road train, side tipper, and/or float or low loader.
• Skills in traffic management implementation.
• Additional certificates of competency relevant to road construction and maintenance work.

Benefits

• Salary packaging options.
• Annual Wellbeing Week, including health checks, healthy cooking workshops, and superannuation/retirement fund guidance.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• 9-day fortnight work arrangement.

Additional Information

This role may involve camping out. Applicants will receive a response, and applications will be reviewed as they are received. Candidates who have already applied for the role will still be considered and do not need to reapply. The council also states that it is committed to an inclusive workplace and can provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Work Environment

This is a community-focused, practical role in a welcoming regional setting. The council highlights a supportive workplace where teamwork, humour, and professional growth are valued, along with the lifestyle benefits of living in Quilpie Shire.