POSITION DESCRIPTION

Plant Operator – Semi Water Cart Operator
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
REPORTS TO: Infrastructure Services Operations Manager
LOCATION: Council Depot, Mary Street, Georgetown Qld
DATE PREPARED: January 2024
PREPARED BY: Human Resources

THIS STATEMENT REPRESENTS AN ACCURATE DESCRIPTION OF THE ROLE OF THE PLANT OPERATOR.

Signed Position Incumbent:

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have or be able to demonstrate a working

knowledge of the Local Government Act 2009 and Local Government Regulations.

• Current MC Drivers Licence
• RII Plant Operator tickets (if held)
• A team player who effectively communicates with customers and staff alike;
• Completion of Secondary School minimum Year 10;
• Current Drivers Licence. (Class C)
• Construction Industry White Card.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF ROLE

As a member of the works crew, the Plant Operator undertakes the operation and maintenance of
Council’s Plant in accordance with works program requirements to achieve service and delivery
objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Plant Operator

The incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

• Operate Plant and Equipment

Within operating guidelines, and under instructions of project.

• Completion of basic maintenance and repairs of plant operating.
• To co-operate with the other works crew members to ensure the works programme is

completed efficiently and effectively.

• Maintain awareness of other workers and colleagues and raise alarm if any surrounding

persons come under potential harm from Plant

• Assist Construction, Maintenance and/or Facilities teams in the completion of additional labour

tasks as instructed by Supervisor.

• Attend and actively participate in training as required
• All other duties as directed by the supervisor
• Liaise with external bodies concerning work matters.

• Provide a quality service to all internal and external customers.
• Actively promote a positive image of Council at all times.
• Maintain a spirit of cooperation and goodwill to individuals and organisations within the
community. duties as directed.
Undertake any other duties and special projects as required, as are reasonably within the limits of the
employee’s skills, competence and training.

Working with staff:

• Work co-operatively with staff and provide clear communication with team members.
• Maintain a positive and flexible approach to change
• Be punctual and attend staff meetings as directed by the Infrastructure Services Operations

Manager

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Maintain confidentiality at all times regarding matters within the service
• Work in accordance to the Council’s Policy and Procedure at all time.
• Attend training and professional development and contribute to social and community activities.
• Employee to dress appropriately in accordance with the Etheridge Shire Council Uniform Policy.