Civil Operator Major Plant

Albury City Council

Albury, Albury Area NSW

Plant and Machinery Operators (Construction)

Government—Local (Government and Defence)

Full-time

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Working at AlburyCity is not just a job; you are connected to something much bigger.

Every position, every person, and every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live, and play. We are here to learn, to grow, to achieve, and to create genuine connections within our community.

The Position

To provide heavy plant operations and laboring assistance to relevant crews and other AlburyCity work groups, including assisting with operational works as required.

Work a compressed 4-day working week

Flexible working arrangement

Come and work for an engaging and dynamic team

About us

We are the facilitators of a thriving, resilient, and livable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We ensure Albury is a great place to live, work, and invest.

Qualifications and experience

Class C (standard) Driver’s Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)

Proven competency in Excavator Operations

Construction Induction Card

Workcover Authority Licence for Excavators

Medium Rigid (MR) or Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver's License

Relevant experience working in a civil construction environment

Road signage experience

Tasks and responsibilities

General excavator operations in civil construction works.

Heavy plant operations for civil crews, including earthworks, drainage works, water works, and pavement construction.

Maintain the plant in a clean and serviceable condition.

Ensure all routine plant maintenance is carried out and weekly service reports are completed.

Drive and operate the plant in accordance with AlburyCity’s WHS Policies and Procedures and best practice.

Hour

Based on a 38-hour week, with actual days and times being 7:00am to 4:00pm (these times may vary due to operational requirements), Monday to Friday, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity’s RDO guidelines.

Benefits

Live and work in a culture-rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions, and with the ski fields so close, you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours. 

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognize and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff), and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child-safe organization by creating cultures, adopting strategies, and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.

This role closes on the 31st of August, 2025; the role may close earlier for the right applicant.

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Should you require any further information for this role email Ross Tuckwell on ross.tuckwell@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call on 0428134023