Plant Operator

Make your next career and lifestyle move to beautiful Somerset. Located in the heart of South East Queensland we’re just an hour from the Brisbane CBD and the gateway to Toowoomba and the Sunshine Coast. With our small and friendly towns, stunning landscapes, lakes and plentiful outdoor recreation activities, a job with Somerset Regional Council also offers an opportunity for a simpler way of life. 

Somerset Regional Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to support the organisation in the following role.

PLANT OPERATOR (GRADER OPERATOR)

Operations Department

Permanent Full time

Based at Esk

Reference No: HR052/26

Join Team Somerset as a Plant Operator!

As Plant Operator (Grader) you will perform the safe and efficient grader operations within the road construction and maintenance area.

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Experience in grader operation and maintenance together with holding relevant Certificate of Competency;

• Knowledge of work health and safety requirements;

• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills;

• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Head over to our website to find out more about working for Somerset Regional Council.

https://www.somerset.qld.gov.au/employment

Applications are to be submitted by 5pm Friday 21 August 2026.

Lifestyle and Liveability

Located in the heart of south-east Queensland, Somerset is a large region of lakes and landscapes, in fact we’ve got 5,373km2 of countryside for you to explore.

We’re home to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, 161km of high-quality track just waiting for you to cycle, hike or horse-ride. Our lakes are second to none and the perfect spot to drop a line or take a dip. Thrill seekers are covered with a range of outdoor adventures from skydiving to horse-riding.

Rush hour traffic? Forget it. When you live and work in Somerset, the work commute is likely to be through hills or paddocks under big blue skies. Parking is never a problem, and it’s free.

When you take a job with Somerset Regional Council, you’re making a choice for both career development and a better lifestyle.

Benefits of working for Somerset Regional Council

• Competitive salary and conditions

• 12% employer superannuation contribution

• Nine (9) day fortnight

• Access to novated leasing

• Work-life balance and consideration of flexible work arrangements

• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families (24/7 access)

• Employee wellness program

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Employee “Study Assistance” available in accordance with policy

Experience Somerset…

Mail:                                                  Chief Executive Officer

                                                            Somerset Regional Council

                                                            PO Box 117, Esk Qld 4312

Email:                                                  ****@somerset.qld.gov.au

Phone:                                               (07) 5424 4***