Barcaldine Regional Council is seeking a skilled and reliable HC Licensed Truck Driver to join our team in Aramac. If you’re an experienced plant operator looking to swap city stress for regional community impact, this is your chance. You’ll play a vital role in our road construction projects, delivering the materials that keep our region connected and thriving.
About the Role and Barcaldine Region
Escape the hustle and embrace a genuine work/life balance in the welcoming community of Aramac. As a Plant Operator (Truck Driver HC), you’ll be based in Aramac with regional travel, operating heavy vehicles to transport essential materials for our infrastructure projects. Barcaldine Regional Council is a supportive and dynamic employer committed to the growth of both our community and our team members.
Your Key Responsibilities
You will be the crucial link in our supply chain, ensuring our road crews have what they need, when they need it.
- Safely operate a Heavy Combination (HC) class truck to transport materials, plant, and equipment to various road construction and maintenance sites across the region.
- Perform daily pre-start checks and basic maintenance on vehicles to ensure operational safety and reliability.
- Load and unload materials in accordance with safe work procedures.
- Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated construction and maintenance team.
- Strictly adhere to all road safety regulations, workplace health and safety policies, and site-specific instructions.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
We are looking for a qualified professional with a strong safety record.
- A current Queensland Class ‘HC’ (Heavy Combination) Driver’s Licence is mandatory.
- A current General Construction Induction Card (White/Blue Card).
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience operating plant equipment at an ‘HC’ licence class level.
- Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a team.
- Highly Desirable: Traffic Controller Licence and/or Traffic Management Implementation qualifications.
What We Offer
We provide a competitive package designed for a comfortable and secure lifestyle in regional Queensland.
- Salary: A minimum base salary of $72,049.12 per annum + superannuation (up to 12%) + relevant allowances.
- Work-Life Balance: A 9-day fortnight (76 hours) with a rostered day off (RDO) every two weeks.
- Generous Leave: 5 weeks annual leave per year + 17.5% loading and 15 days personal (sick) leave.
- Job Security: A permanent, full-time role within a supportive local government organisation.
- Lifestyle: The unique opportunity to live and work in a friendly, close-knit regional community.
Apply for a Tree Change
If you hold an HC licence and are seeking a meaningful career with balance, we encourage you to apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Barcaldine Regional Council Human Resources via hrm@barc.qld.gov.au.
Barcaldine Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Start your new chapter driving progress in the outback.
