Trainee Labourer/Plant Operator

Ready to launch your career? Broken Hill City Council has an exciting career opportunity working within our Infrastructure Operations team as a Trainee Labourer/Plant Operator.

Reporting directly to the relevant Infrastructure Operations Coordinator, you will support Broken Hill City Council in delivering valued services to the community. The role undertakes general labouring duties and assists in operating plant across Council’s Infrastructure operations.

We are seeking suitable applicants enthusiastic about pursuing a career in Infrastructure Operations. You will complete a Certificate in Civil Operations while gaining practical experience working in the role. You will undertake duties in areas of roadworks, building construction and/or plant operation. While recent work experience and experience in the use of plant and equipment is beneficial, training will be provided to ensure the relevant skills and licences are attained by the successful candidate.

You will need to have competent written and communication skills, ability to work in a team environment and a commitment to safe work practices.

If you enjoy working on a range of activities, taking pride in ensuring our community’s assets are maintained to a high standard then this role is for you.

At Broken Hill City Council our people are our strength, and we welcome you to start on the pathway to the career you hope for.

  The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following:

• A ‘can do’ attitude focused on delivering outcomes.
• Commitment to a strong values culture and preparedness to ‘Play your Role’.
• Commitment to embracing Council’s Customer Service Framework and to ‘Think like the Customer’.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change.

  Benefits working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks Annual leave
• Paid Long Service Leave after 5 years continuous service
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
• Corporate Health and Wellbeing programs
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Social Clubs

Appointment will be subject to:

• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Checks

Job reference: BHCC-INF-04

Please click on link to Trainee Labourer/Plant Operator position description

Any questions about the role can be directed to Troy Johnson, Manager Infrastructure Operations on (08) 80803128.

To apply for this role, Click Apply and provide Council with a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that focuses on how you meet the essential requirements of the role (refer Position Description) and your interest in pursuing a career in Infrastructure Operations. Please upload an up to date CV with at least two current referees. Apply now and let’s build something great together!

Applications close Friday 25 July 2025 at 5.00pm

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s People and Culture Department on (08) 8080 3346 or (08) 8080 3347.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.