TEMPORARY FULL TIME PLANT OPERATOR (ROLLER) UP TO 9 MONTHS

POSITION VACANT PLANT OPERATOR (ROLLER) UP TO 9 MONTHS WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION

Grenfell is located in a picturesque valley at the foot of the Weddin Mountains. Home of fine heritage architecture as well as affordable housing, the town offers great lifestyle options.

The great outdoors teams with pioneering history, culture and social activity makes the Shire a great place to live and work.

The Council, is seeking applications from suitably qualified and/or experienced staff to meet Council’s operational plan requirements for the position of temporary full-time position of Plant Operator (Roller) of up to nine months with possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake roller activities as part of Council’s construction and maintenance programs.
• Carry out labouring duties as part of Council’s construction and maintenance programs.
• Assist with the set-up of formwork, site preparation and remedial activities.
• Assist with (or undertake subject to qualification) traffic control and the set up and dismantling of traffic control signage on job sites.
• Carry out other tasks as required by site imperatives.
• Repair roads, pavements, pathways, footpaths and bikeways using tools, equipment   and/or machinery.   
• Ensure timesheets are completed, correctness checked, signed, leave forms and relevant certification attached e.g. medical certificates and submitted by the close of business each Friday.

 Essential requirements

• Demonstrated extensive experience in roller operation ideally gained within a civil works environment.
• Demonstrated experience in a labouring role.
• Possession of accreditation/certification in Roller use and operation.
• Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence or above or equivalent.
• General Construction Induction Card (or equivalent).
• Traffic Controller Certification (or ability to readily acquire prior to commencement).
• Implement Traffic Control Plans Certification (or ability to readily acquire prior to commencement).
• Working knowledge of roles and responsibilities under WHS Act 2011.

Intending applicants should be able to meet the requirements set out in the position description available on Council’s website http://www.weddin.nsw.gov.au/council/employment, or by contacting Human Resources on (02) 6343 1212.

Condition of employment

• A commencing hourly rate of $29.49 will apply.
• Satisfactory health assessment, drug and alcohol screening, police and working with children check is a pre-requisite to an offer of employment.
• Appointment to the position will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award and Council’s salary structure.

Inquiries

Further information and/or a Position Description is available on Council’s website at www.weddin.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Human Resources management or the Director - Infrastructure Services on (02) 63431212.

Applications

Applications, addressed to the General Manager, should be submitted by 5:00pm on Wednesday 09 April 2025 

Note: Applications for the position should address all Essential Criteria listed in the position description.

**A merit pool for casual and temporary positions may be established for a 12-month period for this process**