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plant operator quarries
- port arthur, south australia
- au$ 37.98 - au$ 43.68 per hour
QUARRY OPERATORLooking for steady quarry work closer to home? Multiple opportunities are available across regional sites in Kulpara and Clinton, as well as Adelaide metro locations. Earn casual pay rate $37.98 to $43.68 per hour plus penalty rates, working 10–12 hour days with ongoing overtime and Saturday work on offer. Initial casual engagement with the potential for permanent employment. ADDITIONAL BENEFITSCompetitive pay rate of 37.98 to 43.68/hr +13 october 2026 - operational
plant operator
- wayville, south australia
- au$ 37.98 - au$ 44 per hour
About the role: We are currently seeking experienced and reliable plant operators to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a reputable company offering ongoing work, competetive rates and a strong commitment to safety. Key Responsibilities: - Operate plant machinery safely and efficiently - Conduct pre-start checks and routine equipment inspections- Transport materials around site in accordance with operational requirementsSkills &19 october 2026 - operational
plant operator
- cairns, queensland
Plant Operator – Asphalt Paving Are you an experienced asphalt worker who knows their way around paving machinery?We’re looking for a skilled Plant Operator to join a hard-working, busy asphalt crew. If you enjoy a mix of operating heavy machinery and getting hands-on with the team, this is the role for you.What you’ll be doing:Operating machinery: Driving pavers, steel/multi-rollers, and skid steers (bobcats).Hands-on teamwork: Pitching in with manual15 october 2026 - operational
plant operator
- somerton, victoria
- au$ 43 - au$ 46 per hour
About the Opportunity: Join leading quarry and asphalt production teams across Melbourne. We are seeking experienced Plant Operators for ongoing roles offering competitive hourly pay rates up to $46.00/hr, great overtime, and clear pathways to permanent positions. Step into a stable role with supportive, safety-focused site teams today.Benefits:Competitive Pay: Earn $43.00 to $46.00/hr plus overtime and applicable meal allowances.Work-Life Balance: Enjoy1 october 2026 - operational
plant operator
- cairns, queensland
About the Opportunity:Join a leading civil surfacing leader in Portsmith operating paving plant machinery on key road infrastructure projects. This full-time, temp-to-perm role offers an excellent rate of $41.46/hr + OT, cross-training opportunities, and a clear path to permanent employment.Benefits:First-Rate Pay: Earn $41.46 per hour with extra earnings potential through available penalty overtime rates.Growth: Continuous upskilling across multi-plant15 october 2026 - operational
plant operator
- beaudesert, queensland
- au$ 39 - au$ 40 per year
Ready to Shift Gears in Your Career? Join Scenic Rim Regional Council! 🚜💨Love big toys, open roads, and making a real impact? Scenic Rim Regional Council is looking for a full-time Plant Operator (Level 6) based in Beaudesert!What You’ll DoOperate heavy hitters like graders, excavators, loaders, backhoes, and mobile cranes.Shape urban and rural roads and keep our local infrastructure top-notch.Perform daily pre-start checks, complete minor machinery22 september 2026 - operational
gypsum plant operator
- borroloola, northern territory
Position Title: Gypsum Plant Operator Role Overview We are seeking 4 motivated and skilled Gypsum Plant Operators to join our operations. This role requires a strong balance of operational Fixed Plant expertise and hands-on physical labour. The successful candidate will be confident in managing remote control systems, possess strong analytical problem-solving skills, and demonstrate a consistent commitment to site safety and operational excellence. Key21 october 2026 - operational
plant operator
- caloundra, queensland
- au$ 40 - au$ 41 per hour
Loader Operator Location: Caloundra & Sunshine CoastWork Type: Full-Time / OngoingIndustry: Civil Construction & Concrete ProductionLooking for local work on the Sunshine Coast with real career growth?We are seeking an experienced Front-End Loader Operator to join a close-knit, high-performing concrete team based around Caloundra and the broader Sunshine Coast region.If you have your loader ticket and want more than just a seat-holding job, this role9 october 2026 - operational
civil plant operator
- kuraby, queensland
- au$ 47 - au$ 55 per hour
Major Infrastructure Project | Multiple PositionsRandstad is looking for experienced Civil Plant Operators for a major road and bridge infrastructure upgrade project.We are recruiting operators across the following machinery:- Excavators- Skid steers- Backhoes- Tandem tipper trucks- RollersWhat’s on offer:- $47–$55 per hour, depending on experience and tickets- Overtime opportunities- Large-scale infrastructure project- Well-maintained machinery-30 september 2026 - somerton, victoria
- au$ 48 per hour
About the RoleOn behalf of our client, a leading player in the civil construction and infrastructure sector, we are seeking a reliable, safety-focused Multi-Skilled Operator to join the team at their asphalt plant in Somerton and Bayswater This is a hands-on role ideal for an operator who enjoys variety, splitting their time between controlling the asphalt batching process, operating heavy machinery, and assisting with plant maintenance. While full7 october 2026- operational
batcher in charge
- garbutt, queensland
Lead Operations. Master Concrete Manufacturing. Build Your Career.Are you an experienced Front End Loader (FEL) Operator ready to step up from moving materials to running the site?We are partnering with a leading Australian concrete manufacturer to recruit a Batcher in Charge. This isn't just an operating job—it is a paid career pathway into concrete batching, plant leadership, and site management.No prior concrete batching experience? No problem. If you21 october 2026 - operational
plant operator waste industry
- dandenong, victoria
- au$ 37 - au$ 43 per hour
Randstad is looking for a plant operator with their HR license to join a waste management site in Dandenong South.Role isnt only plant operating must be open to labouring too. Casual ongoing role with potential to go permanent for the right person. Pay over $38 per hour for morning shift and for afternoon shift you can make up to $43 per hour!You’ll be working with our liquid treatment plant, ensuring the safe and efficient handling of liquid waste28 september 2026 - rosehill, new south wales
Asphalt Plant Technician – Control Room & Dispatch📍 Rosehill, NSW Launch or grow your career in operations with an Industry leader!Are you tech-savvy, hands-on, and looking for a long-term role in industrial operations? Whether you have site experience or are seeking an entry point into plant production and supply chain logistics, this is your opportunity to build a career from the ground up!We are seeking a reliable, motivated team player to join our16 october 2026- brisbane, queensland
- au$ 71 - au$ 85 per hour
FIFO Roster: 2 on/2 off weeksWorking hours: 11h/day. $71-85ph (up to $935 per day)1 year contract project (possibility to extend)Site location: RomaAbout the company: very well-established company in the oil & gas industry.You will be responsible for safely running, checking, and maintaining daily oil and gas plant and field equipment. The main focus is to keep production running smoothly, perform routine preventive maintenance, and safely fix equipment30 september 2026- operational
machine operator
- renmark, south australia
- au$ 37.5 per hour
Machine Operator - Earthmoving: Renmark, SA $37.50 per hourAbout the Role: We are seeking an experienced and reliable machine operator to join our client based in Renmark. You will be responsible for operating heavy earthmoving machinery safely and efficiently across a variety of civil works, site preparation, and bulk excavation tasks.Key Responsibilities:Operating mobile plant including excavators, loaders, rollers, and dozers to civil8 october 2026 - operational
excavator and dozer operators
- remote
- au$ 48.5 - au$ 62 per hour
Articulated Moxy Operator (FIFO Darwin) Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a high-performing team in the Northern Territory? We are currently seeking an experienced Dozer and Excavator Operators for a project that values precision, safety, and operational excellence. If you hold tickets for other mobile plant equipment, we strongly encourage you to apply as well. About your new role You will be an integral part of the civil crew,25 september 2026 - operational
plant operators
- brisbane, queensland
- au$ 40 - au$ 46 per hour
About the Opportunity:Step up and operate heavy gear on major civil and earth moving projects across Ipswich, Brisbane, and Logan. Lock in serious hours, high pay, and steady year-round work. Best of all, it's local work, so you get to sleep in your own bed every night.Benefits:Top Pay: High hourly rates with steady overtime to build a massive weekly pay packet.Home Every Night: Purely local jobs across Ipswich, Brisbane, and Logan with no FIFO or camp14 october 2026 - operational
maintenance manager
- taree, new south wales
- au$ 110,000 - au$ 130,000 per year
Drive Major Infrastructure Growth in Metal PackagingTake the lead in delivering high-impact operational upgrades with a premier metal container manufacturer supplying top food and aerosol brands across the region. Based at our Taree facility, this leadership position offers a hands-on opportunity to spearhead the setup of a major strategic casting line while optimizing ongoing plant operations.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Execution & Commissioning: Oversee22 september 2026 - operational
plant operator
- yarrabilba, queensland
Looking for steady work with great pay? We are looking for experienced Sales Loader Operators and Excavator Operators to join a busy quarry team.Why you will like this job:Great pay: Good hours with lots of overtime available so you can earn more.Exciting work: Fast-paced sites where the day goes quickly.Room to grow: We support workers who want to learn and get new tickets.What you need to have:Background working in a quarry or civil space.Proven15 october 2026 - operational
quarry operator
- wollert, victoria
- au$ 46 - au$ 53 per hour
Sales Loader Operator | Afternoon ShiftLocation: Wollert Pay Rate: $46/hr + Overtime Rates + Allowances + SuperannuationHours: Monday to Friday, 6 AM – 3 PM (Saturday work may be required)Tenure: Casual contract with full-time hours | Temp-to-Perm opportunity for the right candidateAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Sales Loader Operator to join our team at the Wollert Quarry site, you will be responsible for loading trucks, stockpile management,21 october 2026 - operational
skid steer operator
- pennington, south australia
- au$ 40.36 - au$ 41.41 per hour
In this role, you will be responsible for operating skid steers across various sites, carrying out earthmoving/civil tasks, and using your HR licence to drive heavy vehicles to move machinery, materials, and equipment as needed.Key ResponsibilitiesSafe and efficient operation of skid steer loaders on site (civil construction, earthmoving, material handling).Operating HR vehicles to transport equipment, materials, and site loads.Conducting daily pre-start19 october 2026 - operational
afternoon shift quarry operator
- wollert, victoria
- au$ 53 per hour
Sales Loader Operator | Afternoon ShiftLocation: Wollert Pay Rate: $53.00/hr + Overtime Rates + Allowances + SuperannuationHours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Saturday work may be required)Tenure: Casual contract with full-time hours | Temp-to-Perm opportunity for the right candidateAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Sales Loader Operator to join our team at the Wollert Quarry site. Working primarily on the afternoon shift, you will be6 october 2026 - operational
batcher in charge
- bundaberg, queensland
Batcher in ChargeWe are looking for an experienced Batcher in Charge to lead our concrete plant team.Must Have (Mandatory):Front End Loader (FEL) LicenceAt least 6 months of concrete batching experienceA strong focus on safetyWork Hours:Day shifts with early morning starts.Monday to Saturday.Saturday hours are a half-day: 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Midday).What You Will Do:Keep the work site safe and report any hazards.Run the plant and equipment15 october 2026 - operational
batcher in charge
- wulguru, queensland
Batcher in ChargeWe are looking for a Batcher in Charge to lead our concrete plant team.If you have Front End Loader (FEL) experience but do not know how to batch, we will train you!Must Have (Mandatory):Valid Driver’s LicenseFront End Loader (FEL) Ticket and experienceWork Hours:Start times change daily based on customer orders.You will start very early (usually between 2:00 AM and 5:00 AM).We will send you a text message every afternoon to tell you your15 october 2026 - operational
operator
- osborne, south australia
- au$ 63.5 - au$ 65.74 per hour
We are seeking experienced Plant, Crane & Rigging Operators. In this role, you will undertake essential material handling, mobile plant operation, vessel loading, slinging, rigging, and crane operations supporting critical naval defence programs.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute safe mobile plant and crane operations (including slewing and non-slewing mobile cranes CB, CN, C1, and forklifts LF) across shipyard manufacturing environments.Perform intermediate19 october 2026 - operational
quarry operator
- cavan, south australia
- au$ 37.98 - au$ 45 per hour
In this role, you will operate plant machinery to manage aggregate stockpiles, load trucks, feed crushing and screening plants, and assist with general quarry maintenance.If you take pride in precision production, equipment care, and working safely in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesEquipment Operation: Efficiently operate plant machinery to load trucks, feed crushing plants, and stockpile materials.Pre-Start Checks:21 september 2026 - operational
machine operator
- bungendore, new south wales
- au$ 43.15 - au$ 44 per hour
Benefits:Attractive hourly rates from $42.15 + overtime penalties + superOpportunity for permanencyGross earnings up to $3,900 PWTo be successful, you will have: White cardSilica TicketAsbestos TicketsBe flexible to work Monday through SaturdayPass a drug & alcohol test Our ideal candidate will have:Highly motivated with a positive attitude.Willingness to work flexible hours.Experience operating Moxy trucks, Rigid haul truck & Arctic dump truck8 october 2026 - operational
loader operator
- gnangara, western australia
- au$ 38 - au$ 39 per hour
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Loader Operator to join a leading industry employer based in Jandabup, WA. Working in an active sand/quarry pit environment, you will be responsible for operating heavy mobile machinery, managing aggregate stockpiles, and supporting day-to-day site operations.If you bring a strong mechanical mindset, an eye for quality control, and a solid work ethic, this is a great opportunity with a supportive, safety-focused21 october 2026 - operational
loader operator
- murray, queensland
- au$ 43 - au$ 43.48 per hour
Position: Front-End Loader OperatorLocation: Townsville, QLDEmployment Type: Casual contract labour hire- full time hours + OTWe are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Loader Operator to join our busy local concrete batching facility in Townsville. In this role, you will be crucial to our daily operations, ensuring materials are consistently fed for batching while helping maintain a clean and safe plant environment.Key Responsibilities:Operate a12 october 2026 - beenleigh, queensland
- au$ 45 per hour
Job Title: Mobile Plant / Heavy Equipment OperatorPay rate: $45ph + penalties + OTMon-Fri (6:30am - 5pm)Employment Type: Temp to PermAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and skilled Heavy Machinery Operator to join a leading Australian mobile crushing, screening, and materials processing provider. You will be operating heavy earthmoving plant to feed high-capacity crushers, screens, pugmills, and blenders across quarry, mining, and civil16 october 2026
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plant operator jobs overview
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plant operator jobs contract types
Plant operator jobs are available in diverse contract types, including:
- plant operator jobs - permanent: in a permanent position, you work as a plant operator for the same company until you retire or resign. Permanent employment guarantees job security and a steady income.
- plant operator jobs - contract: in a contract position, you work as a plant operator for a fixed duration. You can determine if you enjoy working as a plant operator before taking up a long-term position.
- plant operator jobs - temporary: in a temporary position, you work for the same company short-term. Temporary jobs are a good way to build your skills in machine operations without a long-term commitment.
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about plant operator jobs
As a plant operator, you operate and maintain industrial plants. You supervise plant operations, such as excavation, crushing and lifting materials. Aside from managing plant operations, you handle breakdowns, repair machines and replace parts. You also perform routine maintenance and clean the machinery and equipment. Your knowledge of work safety is important for maintaining a safe working environment. For instance, you ensure compliance with safety codes and conduct routine checks on machines.
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how much does a plant operator make in Australia?
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If you are interested in becoming a plant operator, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our plant operator job profile.
You don’t require a high level of training to work as a plant operator, but it is important to understand machine operation processes. Pursue a Certificate III in construction plant operations to familiarise yourself with the industrial equipment and machines used in various industries. Since you operate heavy-duty equipment, you require a heavy vehicle licence. In Australia, working in construction also requires a White Card.
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