Plant Operator (Slasher) Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Plant operator (Slasher) to join the Road Maintenance team in Ballina.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform a variety of labouring duties associated with road maintenance, including concreting, signage maintenance, roadside spraying, pothole repairs, and general maintenance of roads, roadsides, footpaths, cycleways, kerb and guttering, drainage, and bridge structures.
* Provide high-level customer service when dealing with enquiries and complaints from internal and external customers.
* Operate and maintain various plant and machinery items as directed to complete road maintenance and construction projects.
Essential Criteria:
* Class C driver licence with manual transmission capability and a safe driving record.
* Demonstrated experience operating various plant items (e.g., tractor/slasher, roller, front end loader, backhoe) and basic mechanical knowledge.
* Demonstrated understanding of and experience in road construction and maintenance duties associated with roads and roadsides.
* Demonstrated experience performing a range of physical labouring duties and excellent communication skills (oral and written).
* Work Safely in the Construction Industry Induction ticket (white card).
* Current immunisation against Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B viruses or willingness to participate in an immunisation program.