Plant Operator

Glenorchy is Tasmania’s fourth largest city with a population of 46,790.  The City lies on the western shore of the Derwent River, next to the City of Hobart. Glenorchy is the second biggest employment location in greater Hobart and the industrial centre for Tasmania.  Home to the world-famous Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Glenorchy also has vibrant retail and community services sectors.  Our community’s vision for the City is to be a proud city; a city of arts; of opportunity; of partnerships; a city that makes exciting things happen.We are looking for an experienced Plant Operator to join our Capital Works Team. The Plant Operator will be required to operate heavy plant (up to 24GVM) and equipment, including Excavators, Backhoes and Tip Trucks and Trailers in a road construction maintenance environment.The Candidate: To be considered, you will need to have the following:capable of advanced concrete and formwork, use of precision measuring instruments, pipe laying to line and grade, with proven ability to read and interpret plans and design drawings.use initiative and possess excellent problem-solving techniques and skills, including the ability to determine and apply quality control techniques.sound literacy, communication and interpersonal skills coupled with efficient time management skills.proven experience and knowledge of Work Health & Safety.Qualifications: The successful candidate will hold:a Certificate III in Civil or Building Construction or equivalent experience from a relevant industry, with an emphasis on operation of heavy plant;will hold a current Medium Rigid Drivers licence.Position Number: 100902Position Hours: Full-Time: 38 hours per week, with 9 day fortnightSalary: Schedule B, Salary Point 6: $58,762.98 - $61,850.28 in accordance with Glenorchy City Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2016Probation Period: 12 weeksThe position includes generous terms and conditions as outlined in the Glenorchy City Council Enterprise Agreement 2016; including 13% superannuation.Please note that all successful applicants will be required to provide a National Police Check and/or Vulnerable People Check prior to commencement of employment.For further information on this position, contact Hartmut Gutwein, Civil Supervisor on (03) 6216 6800How to apply: A copy of the position description can be found at Council's website: www.gcc.tas.gov.auTo be considered for this role, all applicants must address the selection criteria and provide a current resume.Applications for this position should be lodged through the online submission site located at www.gcc.tas.gov.auApplications close at 5pm on Sunday, 16 February 2020.Position Description AUD Glenorchy 7010