Tamworth Regional Council

Specialist Operator – AELEC

Specialist Operator - AELEC

Location: Tamworth NSW

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Utilise your plant operations experience in a unique environment
• Take the next step in your career and lead a small team
• Plan, program and review operational works

COULD THIS BE YOU?

Do you have experience in operating a range of equipment or machinery and knowledge about livestock? Are you able to interact confidently with Event Organisers and Customers as well as work in a fast paced environment? This could be the role for you!

Council are seeking a motivated and experienced operator with a strong problem solving skillset. Ideally, you will have broad experience in a wide range of plant and equipment and a willingness to undertake an array of tasks and works. Applicants with an understanding of the equine and livestock industry will be highly regarded. Your ability to communicate well and work autonomously will see you succeed in this role.

The Specialist Operator AELEC is responsible for:

• Undertaking a variety of operational activities associated with the provision of venue services at AELEC, and other locations as required
• Coordinating and controlling staff on the work site to ensure activities are undertaken in the appropriate sequence and to the required standard
• Plan, program and review work for operational staff to ensure the safe, efficient and effective service delivery

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED

• Certificate III in Civil Construction, Horticulture, Plant or Similar OR significant relevant experience in functions associated with this position
• Medium Rigid Driver Licence
• Manual Drivers Licence
• Forklift Licence
• WHS Construction Induction
• Immunisations for Hepatitis, Tetanus and Q Fever (willingness to undergo)

INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!

For a confidential discussion, please contact Prue Simson, Manager AELEC Precinct on 0457 155 169.

Salary range: Grade 10 - $1,258.70 - $1,362.10 per week plus additional penalty rates for weekend work and 11.5% superannuation for a 38 hour work week. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.

Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Tuesday, 17 June 2025.

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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?

For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play!  It's Worth It - Lifestyle

For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city. It's Worth It - Community

For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit. It's Worth It - Career

For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. It's Worth It - Belonging

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community. 

The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.

Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.

Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.

As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs.

Tamworth Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to supporting a diverse, respectful, safe and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Council is committed to promoting the care, protection and safeguarding of children. To learn more about our Commitment to Child Safety Statement and screening processes, click the link below.

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