Plant Operator/ Labourer (2999) – Permanent Full Time

About Us

The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents. Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 350 people.

Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.

Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.

The Role

Council has an opportunity available for a suitably qualified Plant Operator/ Labourer to join its Construction and Maintenance team on a permanent full-time basis. Candidates will have demonstrated plant operation and labouring experience with a strong commitment to safety practices and will contribute as an effective and positive team member.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who enjoys contributing to a community in which you live, we would love to hear from you. 

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Ability to legally operate an excavator;
• Construction Industry Induction (White Card); and 
• Possess and maintain a current “MR” class motor vehicle licence.

Benefits:

• Salary $71,203 p/a - QLGIA (Stream B) Level 6 including site allowance;
• Fortnightly RDO;
• Salary Packaging available; 
• Supportive work environment; and
• Values driven organisation.

To apply for this position, please address the Selection Criteria, supply a copy of your resume and any relevant qualifications/ tickets or licences.

Applications close Monday, 6 January 2025 at midnight (AEST). 

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.