- Front End Loader Operator | Sand Quarry 🚜⛰️Stable Ongoing Opportunity | Monday – Friday | Immediate StartWe are currently seeking an experienced Front End Loader Operator to join a busy sand quarry operation based in the Port Stephens region. This is a full-time temporary assignment offering consistent hours and a competitive pay rate for a skilled operator.What’s on Offer? 💰Pay Rate: $46.21 per hour + super.Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM (FuFront End Loader Operator | Sand Quarry 🚜⛰️Stable Ongoing Opportunity | Monday – Friday | Immediate StartWe are currently seeking an experienced Front End Loader Operator to join a busy sand quarry operation based in the Port Stephens region. This is a full-time temporary assignment offering consistent hours and a competitive pay rate for a skilled operator.What’s on Offer? 💰Pay Rate: $46.21 per hour + super.Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Fu
- We are looking for an experienced loader or haultruck operator to join a quarry in Melbournes East.Ongoing casual position offering a competitive pay rate $43-$46 per hour (dependent on experience). Immediate start! Monday-Friday The role:Operating plant such as front end loader, rigid haul truck/articulated haul truck.Sales loading experience is very beneficial.Operating front-end loaders to weigh and load material.Inspecting and maintaining plant equipmeWe are looking for an experienced loader or haultruck operator to join a quarry in Melbournes East.Ongoing casual position offering a competitive pay rate $43-$46 per hour (dependent on experience). Immediate start! Monday-Friday The role:Operating plant such as front end loader, rigid haul truck/articulated haul truck.Sales loading experience is very beneficial.Operating front-end loaders to weigh and load material.Inspecting and maintaining plant equipme
- We are seeking a Sales Loader Operator to work at one of our Recycling sites in Epping.Competitive pay rate at $42-$46 per hour! Immediate start.Casual ongoing role- Monday-Friday 6:00am-2pm- NO OVERTIMEKey ResponsibilitiesSales Loader operator at Recycling site.Fluent with loadrite and 980 scales.Managing the operation of the crushing plant.Requirements-Front end loader ticket.-National Police Check.-Pass full medical/drug and alcohol test.Apply now!Use tWe are seeking a Sales Loader Operator to work at one of our Recycling sites in Epping.Competitive pay rate at $42-$46 per hour! Immediate start.Casual ongoing role- Monday-Friday 6:00am-2pm- NO OVERTIMEKey ResponsibilitiesSales Loader operator at Recycling site.Fluent with loadrite and 980 scales.Managing the operation of the crushing plant.Requirements-Front end loader ticket.-National Police Check.-Pass full medical/drug and alcohol test.Apply now!Use t
- Plant Operator WantedLocation: Stayplton Payrate: $41-44hr + OT and penalties (60 hour work week)Long term: Temp to Perm Oppertunity Are you a skilled Plant Operator with a great attitude and a strong work ethic? We're looking for a dedicated individual to join our team at an active landfill site. This is a hands-on role with plenty of hours for an operator who wants to earn!The Opportunity: We are seeking a Plant Operator to join our team, with a focus onPlant Operator WantedLocation: Stayplton Payrate: $41-44hr + OT and penalties (60 hour work week)Long term: Temp to Perm Oppertunity Are you a skilled Plant Operator with a great attitude and a strong work ethic? We're looking for a dedicated individual to join our team at an active landfill site. This is a hands-on role with plenty of hours for an operator who wants to earn!The Opportunity: We are seeking a Plant Operator to join our team, with a focus on
- This is an opportunity for an experienced forklift driver. We have a 8 hour day/arvo Monday to Sunday rotating roster on offer in a feed mill plant environment, located in HEMMANT.You will start off 6am-2pm Monday to Friday and once trained will commence day/arvo shift rotating roster.The roleStacking and placing feed bags into milling machinesBasic plant operation such as mixersForklift OperationStock takeGeneral hand when requiredTo apply you will needAThis is an opportunity for an experienced forklift driver. We have a 8 hour day/arvo Monday to Sunday rotating roster on offer in a feed mill plant environment, located in HEMMANT.You will start off 6am-2pm Monday to Friday and once trained will commence day/arvo shift rotating roster.The roleStacking and placing feed bags into milling machinesBasic plant operation such as mixersForklift OperationStock takeGeneral hand when requiredTo apply you will needA
- We’re looking for a plant operator with their HR license to join a well-known waste management company in Dandenong. This is casual ongoing role with potential to go permanent for the right person. You’ll be working with our liquid treatment plant, ensuring the safe and efficient handling of liquid waste materials. Monday- Friday 4am-12pm. The roleOperate and oversee the performance of the Liquid Treatment Plant.Conduct routine sampling and basic analysisWe’re looking for a plant operator with their HR license to join a well-known waste management company in Dandenong. This is casual ongoing role with potential to go permanent for the right person. You’ll be working with our liquid treatment plant, ensuring the safe and efficient handling of liquid waste materials. Monday- Friday 4am-12pm. The roleOperate and oversee the performance of the Liquid Treatment Plant.Conduct routine sampling and basic analysis
- Randstad is seeking an experienced Plant Operator / Unrestricted HR Truck Driver for an immediate start with a well-established, family-run earthmoving company based in Jimboomba, with over 30 years in the industry.You’ll be working across civil and earthworks projects operating machinery including a 3.5T Excavator and Skid Steer (Posi-Track).What’s on offer- $45 per hour + OT - Immediate start- Consistent Monday to Friday work - Temp to perm opportunity aRandstad is seeking an experienced Plant Operator / Unrestricted HR Truck Driver for an immediate start with a well-established, family-run earthmoving company based in Jimboomba, with over 30 years in the industry.You’ll be working across civil and earthworks projects operating machinery including a 3.5T Excavator and Skid Steer (Posi-Track).What’s on offer- $45 per hour + OT - Immediate start- Consistent Monday to Friday work - Temp to perm opportunity a
- Civil Labourer – Road Construction & MaintenanceAre you an experienced plant operator or a hardworking civil labourer looking for your next challenge? Randstad is currently seeking expressions of interest for civil labourer roles within local councils across the Southern area.This is an excellent opportunity for those with a background in roadworks and heavy machinery to secure stable work in a team-oriented environment. We are looking for dedicated indivCivil Labourer – Road Construction & MaintenanceAre you an experienced plant operator or a hardworking civil labourer looking for your next challenge? Randstad is currently seeking expressions of interest for civil labourer roles within local councils across the Southern area.This is an excellent opportunity for those with a background in roadworks and heavy machinery to secure stable work in a team-oriented environment. We are looking for dedicated indiv
- Civil Labourer – Road Construction & MaintenanceAre you an experienced plant operator or a hardworking civil labourer looking for your next challenge? Randstad is currently seeking expressions of interest for civil labourer roles within local councils across the Central area.This is an excellent opportunity for those with a background in roadworks and heavy machinery to secure stable work in a team-oriented environment. We are looking for dedicated indiviCivil Labourer – Road Construction & MaintenanceAre you an experienced plant operator or a hardworking civil labourer looking for your next challenge? Randstad is currently seeking expressions of interest for civil labourer roles within local councils across the Central area.This is an excellent opportunity for those with a background in roadworks and heavy machinery to secure stable work in a team-oriented environment. We are looking for dedicated indivi
- Experienced Loader Driver - Concrete Batching Plant - ASAP Start Location: Swanbank, QueenslandPAY - $38-41hr + OT Temp to perm oppertunity Great team culture About Us: Randstad is a leading provider of high-quality concrete solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We operate a modern, high-volume concrete batching plant at Swanbank and are committed to safety, efficiency, and excellence in all we do.The Role: We are seeking an experExperienced Loader Driver - Concrete Batching Plant - ASAP Start Location: Swanbank, QueenslandPAY - $38-41hr + OT Temp to perm oppertunity Great team culture About Us: Randstad is a leading provider of high-quality concrete solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We operate a modern, high-volume concrete batching plant at Swanbank and are committed to safety, efficiency, and excellence in all we do.The Role: We are seeking an exper
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plant operator jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current plant operator jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a plant operator. You can compare and filter relevant plant operator positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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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?
You will find more information on the plant operator salary on the plant operator job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for plant operator jobs
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how do I apply for a job as a plant operator?
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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