Plant Operator (Roller) Pittsworth

Toowoomba Regional Council

Pittsworth, Toowoomba and Darling Downs QLD

Plant and Machinery Operators (Construction)

Government - Local (Government and Defence)

Full time

Take your construction career to next level with your local council

Why Choose Toowoomba Regional Council:

Community Impact: Be part of an organisation committed to providing better roads and water infrastructure in our region.

Interesting Work: Tackle diverse and stimulating projects. Your skills will be put to the test in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Professional Growth: Join a team that values continuous learning. Expand your knowledge and expertise while contributing to the continuous improvement of the region.

Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive team of professionals who share a common goal. Collaborate with like-minded individuals passionate about serving in the community.

The Multiskilled Construction and Maintenance teams include: Road Construction team carries out a broad range of civil construction activities with projects such as road construction, bridge construction, intersection upgrades, installation of culverts, footpaths, kerb, and channel.

Sealed team repair potholes, ruts, cracks, and edge breaks in the sealed pavement.

What we have to offer: Permanent full-time position based at the Pittsworth.

The base rate is 1,257.27 gross per week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.

In addition to the base wage rate, variable allowances are available (for example - overtime and wet weather).

Rostered Days Off - 9 day fortnight.

We will provide you with personal protective equipment and the tools you need to do your job safely.

Training and development opportunities.

A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.

Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!

About you:

Mandatory Qualification(s), training and/or experience, specific to the position:

WHS Certificate of Competency or VOC for ‘LR’ to Road Roller (>2L engine capacity) or RII Competency, or equivalent.

WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or equivalent.

Current unrestricted “C” Class Drivers Licence with the ability to obtain a MR drivers licence within 12 months of appointment.

Experience in operating Road Roller in the Civil construction industry.

To apply, please submit your current resume and ensure you have answered all the application questions.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

Please note to have your application considered, ensure that you have followed the instructions outlined above.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your updated Resume

Complete the online application form

Be ready for a Criminal History Check and pre-employment medical

Closing Date: Wednesday, 21st January 2026 by 11.45pm

About Council

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Call Michael Eastwell, Coordinator Construction on 0418717138