Campbelltown City Council NSW

Plant Operator (Backhoe)

Heavy Plant Operator - Civil Works (Backhoe position available)

• Annual salary from $78,239.04 - $84,692.74 + 12% super
• Flexible work options, including 4-day work week
• Generous professional development opportunities

The Operations team is responsible for the construction, maintenance and care of Councils assets including roads, drainage, footpaths, traffic facilities, signs, graffiti removal and maintenance of sports fields, parks and reserves.

About us:

We are not your usual, we are upbeat, resourceful and determined. Our staff and community are at the core of what we do, looking for ways to work together and support each other. Naturally welcoming, we share good-natured humour and positivity. We aim to inspire a sense of possibility and create opportunities for all by rolling up our sleeves. Our workplace is agile and flexible, keeping ahead of the times. Be a part of it, let’s get something started

Campbelltown City Council is a progressive and innovative organisation in a City surrounded by green spaces and bushland, providing services to a vibrant and diverse community. We have a cohesive and collaborative culture that thrives on having an impact on the local community for the greater good.

About the Role:

We have a vacancy for an energetic and experienced Plant Operator (Backhoe) to undertake the following responsibilities in our Civil works team:

• Driving, loading and unloading the plant and equipment on councils beaver tail float.
• Operators rotate tasks, so experience on a range of plant including loader/backhoe/grader/excavator is highly regarded.
• Prior experience in the Operation and familiarity of the day to day tasks associated with a Drain cleaning (high pressure water) and vacuum combination truck.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key skills and attributes:

• Current MR Driver’s licence
• Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)
• Authorised Certificate of Competency as Recognised by WorkCover for all relevant plant and equipment.
• Trades Certificate and/or Completion of Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations (RII30815) or similar qualification in relevant area to operational activities highly regarded
• Extensive experience operating relevant plant and equipment, in and around underground services on Roads and Footpaths and in demanding situations
• Demonstrated experience using a wide range of attachments and the ability to recommend and use as required.
• Ability to work alone and/or under limited supervision and to provide direction and guidance to other team members as required to complete a delegated task.
• Commitment to living our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, trust and optimism. It is through respect, integrity and teamwork that we build trust and create optimism for Campbelltown’s future.

As a member of our friendly and passionate team, you’ll receive the following benefits:

• Permanent full-time position (38hrs per week)
• Annual salary from $78,239.04 - $84,692.74 + 12% super
• Award increase from July 2026
• Flexible work options, including 4-day work week
• Modern, current model, well maintained plant and equipment
• Generous leave provisions
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Locally based employment
• Fortnightly pay

Key contact: For further information on this position, please contact Carlos Negron on 4645 4533.

Applications close: 31 May 2026

Campbelltown City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values the unique contributions of all people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.