Plant Operations Supervisor

Moreton Bay Regional Council

  • Narangba, QLD
  • $86,815 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
The Details:
  • Permanent Full Time | 9 day fortnight
  • $86,815 pa + 12% super + a commuter use vehicle (level 4)
Great news - EBA6 currently is underway, with a proposed remuneration increase of 5% effective 1 July 2025 * 76 hour fortnight
  • Location: Narangba Depot
Working within our newly created Plant Operations Supervisor position, you'll take the lead in planning, coordinating and supervising internal plant resources across our construction crews. This pivotal role is all about maximising plant utilisation, driving cost effective outcomes, and ensuring our internal teams are equipped to deliver high quality civil infrastructure projects for Council.You'll be instrumental in supporting the delivery of civil construction works by optimising fleet and equipment allocation, fostering team capability, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality.Working closely with the internal construction team, your key responsibilities will include:
  • providing leadership and day to day support to plant operations staff, while identifying upskilling opportunities to strengthen team capability
  • allocating internal plant, fleet and equipment daily, ensuring resources are matched to the scope and complexity of each project
  • proactively driving utilisation of internal plant resources, balancing project delivery and maintenance needs
  • conducting regular site inspections to support crews and uphold safety and quality standards
  • building strong relationships across internal stakeholders and offering operational support to the broader construction team where required
We're looking for someone with a strategic mindset, strong leadership qualities and a passion for operational excellence. You'll thrive in dynamic environments, bring a proactive approach to problem solving and have a keen eye for resource optimisation.This is more than a supervisory role - it's a chance to shape how Council delivers their civil infrastructure, develop your leadership profile and contribute meaningfully to the community.About youIdeally your application will have demonstrated:
  • proven experience in leading teams, particularly within plant operations
  • well developed knowledge and experience in the appropriate use and allocation of construction plant, including graders, backhoes, excavators, rollers and water trucks
  • proficiency in using a range of technology applications and systems
  • strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a variety of stakeholders
In addition to the above, you must also hold a current C class drivers licence and a Construction Induction Card.Why City of Moreton Bay?What you do with your life matters. It's the same with your career.We're the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia's newest city, we're building something that's never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.At City of Moreton Bay, we're focused on the vital work we do today. But we're also focused on the future. On what can be - for our city, our Council and your career.Here's what you'll love about a career with us:
  • See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we're building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that's never been done before.
  • Shape it. You'll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters - and it's yours to shape and own.
  • Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don't live here, you'll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.
You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
  • Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
  • Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
  • Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
  • Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
  • Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, leader support hotline and Mates in Construction program.
Ready for a career that matters?Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role. You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at .For more information about City of Moreton Bay and to stay across what's happening in our city, follow us on .Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to our Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.Advertised: 02 Sep 2025Applications close: 17 Sep 2025 23:55

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