Shape your future, your way – with Moree Plains Shire Council.

Looking for more than just a job? At Moree Plains Shire Council, you’ll step into a role where your work matters – to your team, your community, and your career. We’re a forward-thinking Council with a bold vision for growth, innovation and liveability. Join us and enjoy a dynamic work environment, genuine work-life balance, and the chance to make a real impact where it counts.

Whether you’re driven by career development, community connection or a tree-change lifestyle with real opportunity – this is where it all comes together.

• Permanent Full-Time –38 hours per week
• 12% Superannuation Contribution.
• Attractive weekly salary ranging from
  • Leading Hand Grader Operator (Construction) $1,193.45 up to $1,372.75 Inclusive of 10% market allowance Plant Operator (Grader) (Sealed Works) $1,175.25 up to $1,351.30 Inclusive of 10% market allowance
• Location - Moree

WHY CHOOSE COUNCIL?

• Job Security & Stability – Local government roles offer long-term employment prospects backed by a stable funding base and clear governance structures.
• Award-Based Pay & Benefits – Competitive salaries under the NSW Local Government (State) Award and generous leave entitlements (including annual, personal, parental, and long service leave).
• Great Work-Life Balance – Rostered Day Off Every 2 Weeks - An extra 26 days off a year. 
• Professional Development & Career Pathways – Funded training, study assistance, and clear progression opportunities across diverse roles and departments within Council.
• Community Impact – The chance to directly contribute to the liveability, growth, and sustainability of the Moree Plains region, with work that makes a tangible difference to residents.
• Inclusive & Supportive Workplace Culture – A collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, and employee wellbeing.
• Regional Lifestyle Benefits – Enjoy the affordability, community spirit, and relaxed pace of regional NSW living, with less congestion and more connection.
• Access to discounted gym memberships and special rates across an extensive network of fitness facilities (gyms, pools, etc.), supporting health and well-being supporting the health and well being of our staff and their families

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for TWO key operational roles, both focused on the efficient operation and maintenance of heavy plant, primarily the grader, to ensure the quality and longevity of Council's road network. These positions require a practical, hands-on approach and strict compliance with WHS and Environmental Legislation.

Role 1: Leading Hand Grader Operator (Construction)

Reporting to the Superintendent (Construction Works), this role supports road maintenance and construction operations. 

Your Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Operating a Grader with proven final trim experience for construction projects and all Transport for NSW works.
• Organising, running, and assisting in supervising day-to-day worksite activities.
• Ensuring all necessary safety measures and environmental/sediment controls are actively in place and operational on the worksite.
• Monitoring the quality and quantity of materials delivered to the worksite and advising the supervisor promptly of any discrepancies.
• Taking full charge of the Work Crew on site in the absence of the Ganger, including task delegation and daily supervision.

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Role 2: Plant Operator (Grader) (Sealed Works)

Reporting to the Superintendent (Sealed Works), this role adopts a practical, hands-on approach to executing scheduled works, focusing on maintaining and improving our Shire's extensive sealed road network.

Your Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Operating the grader to maintain gravel roads, including clearing table drains, and spreading & compacting gravel for the resheeting programme.
• Conducting plant operations for maintenance of sealed roads, including heavy patching and clearing vegetation.
• Meeting productivity targets and production deadlines as required by the work programme.
• Immediately ceasing operating plant if a component fails and reporting all defects to Workshop maintenance for repair.
• Ensuring that work tasks are conducted with minimal disruption to the community to uphold good customer relations.

For more information, please download the specific position description for the role you are interested in --> CLICK HERE.
If you are accessing this job advertisement via Seek - please go to our website to be able to download the position description (https://www.mpsc.nsw.gov.au/want-a-job/positions-vacant).

About You

You are an experienced, accountable, and proactive civil construction professional who is committed to safety and efficiency. You possess comprehensive knowledge of safe and efficient road construction and maintenance. You have the proven ability to organise and manage worksite activities with minimal supervision.

Criteria Category Role 1: Leading Hand Grader Operator (Construction) Role 2: Plant Operator (Grader) (Sealed Works) Experience/Qualifications Certificate III in Civil Construction (or equivalent demonstrated experience), with extensive expertise in grader operations, including proven final trim capability. Demonstrated experience and ability in the operational procedures of a grader in a maintenance environment. Core Skills Proven ability to plan, organise, and carry out worksite activities with minimal supervision. Proven ability to organise and manage day-to-day worksite activities with minimal supervision, meeting productivity targets. Required Tickets/Licences

General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)

Class LR Drivers Licence

Traffic Controller (TCR) and Traffic Control (IMP) Certificates.

General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)

Class C Drivers Licence.

Desirable Ability to operate a grader within a total station (or similar) controlled survey environment (i.e., GPS/Machine Control Experience). Holding or actively working towards obtaining, Traffic Control (TCR) and Traffic Control (IMP).

Ready to put your skills to work and drive results for the Moree Plains Shire? Apply now!