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Applications close November 23rd, 2026

Plant Operator/Labourer

9 Day FortnightA$76kOnsite · Yeppoon, Queensland, Australia

The 4-day week in Australia

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Plant Operator/Labourer

Applications closing on 23 November 2026, 11:59 PM

  • Reference number2916
  • Job TypeFull Time
  • Package$75,946 per annum (QLGIA (Stream B) Level 5 + Site)

Skilled Operator Wanted – Join a Team That Values Your Expertise

Are you an experienced Backhoe Operator who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in delivering quality civil construction outcomes? We are seeking a skilled and motivated Plant Operator/Labourer to join our Urban Operations team, helping construct and maintain the infrastructure our community relies on every day.

About the Role

As a key member of our multi-disciplined team, you’ll be responsible for a variety of plant operation, including regular use of a backhoe and labouring tasks that support the construction and maintenance of Council’s infrastructure assets. This is a hands-on role where your skills and experience will directly contribute to the safety, functionality, and appearance of our community.

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.

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Demonstrated experience operating a Backhoe and the ability to provide supporting evidence of competency, such as RII qualifications or equivalent recognised training and experience;
  • Hold or have the ability to successfully obtain ‘Load and Unload Plant’ competency;
  • Construction Industry Induction (White Card); and
  • Possess and maintain a current MR class motor vehicle licence.

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Benefits

  • 13% superannuation;
  • Enjoy a healthy work/ life balance with a fortnightly RDO;
  • Salary Packaging available;
  • Be part of a supportive and skilled team;
  • Work on meaningful projects that benefit the community;
  • Positive safety culture – See. Stop. Report.

About Livingstone Shire Council

Capricorn Coast council at Yeppoon — "Fortnightly RDOs - because balance matters" verbatim in its own ads; 9-day fortnight across streams.

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