Published 2026-04-03
Why Choose Us
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.
We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable and innovative city.
Council's vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.
Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.
Our Purpose: Grow Townsville
Our Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Skid Steer Operator to join our Fleet Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for completing assigned projects and deliver tasks to the highest standard for our road construction and maintenance works, planning work effectively, and conducting pre-start checks to ensure the safe operation of all plant and equipment.
You will maintain the skid steer and other plant through routine inspections, cleaning, secure storage, and minor repairs, while promptly reporting any faults or breakdowns. Safe loading and tie-down practices are essential for transporting plant and equipment to and from worksites. You'll actively participate in Toolbox meetings to improve safety, quality, and productivity, and assist onsite teams with labouring activities when required. A strong commitment to customer service and workplace health and safety is key to success in this role.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
Current "HR" driver's licence.
Skid Steer Operators Certificate with final trim experience.
Certificate associated with the successful completion of the Safe Working Near Live Exposed Parts training course.
Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks to achieve set outcomes and ability to create effective working relationships to ensure team objectives are met.
Knowledge and experience in the efficient and safe operation of heavy ridged vehicles and other item of plant; including servicing requirements and prestart checks and basic mechanical knowledge associated with day-to-day maintenance of plant and trucks.
Knowledge of Aus-Spec, Australian Standards, Load Restraint Guide, Work Health and Safety legislative requirements, Quality Assurance procedures and all other relevant standards, guidelines and codes in the operation of heavy vehicles in a civil construction / local government environment.
Position re-advertised. Previous unsuccessful applicants need not re-apply.
How to Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
If you wish to discuss this position further, please contact Mick (Team Leader)
For further information review the Position Description.
What We Offer
17.5% annual leave loading
Up to 5 weeks annual leave
Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
14 weeks paid Parental Leave
Domestic and Family Violence Leave
Natural Disaster Leave
Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
Salary Sacrifice opportunities
Learning and Development opportunities
Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
Employee Assistance Program
The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone 9 for a confidential discussion.
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