[Hiring] Plant Operator @Shire of Wyndham

Role Description

We are looking for a motivated Plant Operator to join our Operations Team in Kununurra to assist in operating the Shire’s plant to assist in delivering the Shire works program and maintenance of roads and drainage and other works in the Kununurra site and surrounds. The role will also assist other Operational team members as required (i.e. Kununurra operations staff) from time to time upon request by line management. Your responsibilities will include:

• Work as a team member to undertake duties relating to maintenance and construction projects that enhance or modify Shire roads, drainage and traffic infrastructure, parks, sporting facilities, public open spaces, reserves, streets, ablutions and Shire facilities;
• Operate plant and equipment in a safe and competent manner as per the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley guidelines and training;
• Ensure daily pre-operational checks and prescribed plant/machinery maintenance are carried out fully and all faults or defects are reported;
• Maximising the efficiency of the plant and machinery on all tasks;
• Interpreting plans and drawings of road and drainage maintenance and construction;
• Attending and participating in team meetings, inductions and training and following organisational specific procedures and processes when/where required;
• Utilising initiative to solve routine problems and determine ways to improve efficiency and performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in good customer service skills;
• Ability to work outdoors in East Kimberley conditions;
• Ability to safely operate relevant equipment;
• Strong communication skills.

Requirements

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia;
• Evidence of entitlement includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa;
• National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.

Benefits

• 6 weeks annual leave;
• 12% employer superannuation, with the Shire offering to match up to an additional 5% in co-contributions when the employee contributes an equivalent amount;
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses;
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year;
• Flexible working arrangements;
• Shire provided corporate uniforms;
• Opportunities for professional development;
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services.