INTERNAL ONLY - ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM OPERATOR

Personnel Area: Infrastructure Services

Branch: Public Space Operations

Salary Range: CSERV 8 (1,520.80 per week + 14% superannuation)

(Remuneration stated is for the full-time positions)

Work type: Permanent Full-time

Location: weekly rotations across our Depots in Brisbane.

Our Business

Infrastructure Services (ISG) brings together Council's asset management, infrastructure planning, design, project management, construction, services, maintenance and transport operations activities.​

Our Branch

Public Space Operations (PSO) is a service delivery, customer focused and commercially driven business that prides itself on keeping Brisbane’s streets and public spaces clean, green and safe for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike.​​​​​​​

The Role

We’re hiring an experienced EWP Operator / Heavy Vehicle Driver to support our Arboriculture Operations teams. This is a hands-on role where you’ll operate heavy vehicles and elevated work platforms while helping deliver safe, high-quality tree maintenance services.

This role will see you:

• operate heavy vehicles and elevated work platforms safely and efficiently
• lead site safety when the tower is in use, including risk assessments and traffic control
• supervise aerial aspects of tree trimming and removal activities
• work closely with the Team Leader to meet agreed performance standards
• carry out daily pre-start checks and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• complete required checklists, logbooks and daily activity records
• maintain clear communication with the team using radios during operations
• use and maintain tools and small plant in line with procedures
• support arboricultural tasks as required
• follow all Workplace Health & Safety, environmental and compliance requirements.

To be successful you will need:

• experience operating elevated work platforms and heavy vehicles
• strong knowledge of safe work practices and relevant legislation
• proven ability to manage worksite safety when operating an EWP
• experience completing pre-start checks, maintenance and compliance checks
• sound understanding of arboriculture practices and procedures
• strong communication skills, including clear instructions during operations
• ability to work to schedules and meet quality, safety and timeliness targets
• Possession of a current White Card
• Possession of a current MR (Medium Rigid) class driver licence
• Possession of a Certificate III in Arboriculture.

Benefits of working for Council include:

• flexible working hours, and flexible arrangements
• free gym and wellness centre
• award winning superannuation fund
• generous leave provisions
• competitive salary. 

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE

How to apply:  Click on the 'I’m interested' button to complete your online application. Please upload your tailored resume and covering letter (of no more than one page) demonstrating your suitability to the position.

*Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility.

This role requires a medical assessment to assess your ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the role.

For more information: Please call Gema Santos on +61 7 3178 1863

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 07 June 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion.

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