- Randstad is seeking a highly skilled Plant Operator to join our Client in a dynamic team in our Wingfield Location.The Role:As a Plant Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various heavy machinery, with a primary focus on Front-End Loaders and Excavators.Key Responsibilities:Operate Front-End Loaders for moving, loading, and stockpiling materials (e.g., aggregate, soil, waste).Operate Excavators for material handling asRandstad is seeking a highly skilled Plant Operator to join our Client in a dynamic team in our Wingfield Location.The Role:As a Plant Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various heavy machinery, with a primary focus on Front-End Loaders and Excavators.Key Responsibilities:Operate Front-End Loaders for moving, loading, and stockpiling materials (e.g., aggregate, soil, waste).Operate Excavators for material handling as
- 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
- Location is Penrice, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm $36 -$42p/h plus Super + OT Overtime hours on offer, and must be prepared to work night shiftsOn the job training We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Quarry Operator to join our client at Penrice Quarry. This role involves working the afternoon shift, offering an attractive pay rate is $36-$42+Super+overtime. We are looking for operators experienced in operaLocation is Penrice, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm $36 -$42p/h plus Super + OT Overtime hours on offer, and must be prepared to work night shiftsOn the job training We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Quarry Operator to join our client at Penrice Quarry. This role involves working the afternoon shift, offering an attractive pay rate is $36-$42+Super+overtime. We are looking for operators experienced in opera
- Randstad is looking for a skid steer operator who is also open to manual labouring duties at a waste management site in Dandenong South. Based at their Depackaging facility where they receive deliveries from bin trucks daily, with material comprising packaged food, e.g., expired fruit and veg (in plastic packaging) from supermarket shelves. Hours will be 7:00 am until 3:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). Occasional overtime required.The roRandstad is looking for a skid steer operator who is also open to manual labouring duties at a waste management site in Dandenong South. Based at their Depackaging facility where they receive deliveries from bin trucks daily, with material comprising packaged food, e.g., expired fruit and veg (in plastic packaging) from supermarket shelves. Hours will be 7:00 am until 3:00 pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). Occasional overtime required.The ro
- 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
- Location is Penrice, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm $36 -$42p/h plus Super + OT Overtime hours on offer, and must be prepared to work night shiftsOn the job training We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Quarry Operator to join our client at Penrice Quarry. This role involves working the afternoon shift, offering an attractive pay rate is $36-$42+Super+overtime. We are looking for operators experienced in operaLocation is Penrice, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm $36 -$42p/h plus Super + OT Overtime hours on offer, and must be prepared to work night shiftsOn the job training We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Quarry Operator to join our client at Penrice Quarry. This role involves working the afternoon shift, offering an attractive pay rate is $36-$42+Super+overtime. We are looking for operators experienced in opera
- 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
- Front End Loader Operators - Awaba | $43.39 p/h Randstad is seeking experienced Plant Operators to join a leading team at a green waste facility in Awaba. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure consistent full-time hours, great pay, and the chance to work with brand-new equipment. If you're a skilled operator with outstanding safety behaviours, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Conducting pre-start checks and safety inspections on mobile pFront End Loader Operators - Awaba | $43.39 p/h Randstad is seeking experienced Plant Operators to join a leading team at a green waste facility in Awaba. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure consistent full-time hours, great pay, and the chance to work with brand-new equipment. If you're a skilled operator with outstanding safety behaviours, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Conducting pre-start checks and safety inspections on mobile p
- We are seeking a Loader Operator for one of our quarries in Melbournes Western suburbs. Competitive pay rate at $43-$46 per hour! Willing to train the right candidate who has a good attitude!Monday to Thursday Start 6am-4pm day and Friday 6am-2pm (some Saturday may be required but not always)Key ResponsibilitiesOperating Cat 992 face loader in a quarry environment.Managing the operation of the crushing plant.Requirements- Front end loader ticket.- ExperienWe are seeking a Loader Operator for one of our quarries in Melbournes Western suburbs. Competitive pay rate at $43-$46 per hour! Willing to train the right candidate who has a good attitude!Monday to Thursday Start 6am-4pm day and Friday 6am-2pm (some Saturday may be required but not always)Key ResponsibilitiesOperating Cat 992 face loader in a quarry environment.Managing the operation of the crushing plant.Requirements- Front end loader ticket.- Experien
- I am currently recruiting for Front End Loader Operator’s ready for a stable, full-time role in the essential Sydney waste industry.We are recruiting for two separate roles for a national leader in waste and recycling, ensuring efficient operation and cleanliness at their transfer stations.As a Front End Loader Operator, you will be crucial to the daily flow of the transfer station, managing bulk materials and ensuring high standards of site cleanliness anI am currently recruiting for Front End Loader Operator’s ready for a stable, full-time role in the essential Sydney waste industry.We are recruiting for two separate roles for a national leader in waste and recycling, ensuring efficient operation and cleanliness at their transfer stations.As a Front End Loader Operator, you will be crucial to the daily flow of the transfer station, managing bulk materials and ensuring high standards of site cleanliness an
- Multiple positions for mobile and fixed plant operators for Adelaide metro and regional based quarries. We offer a competitive base rate, penalties apply and overtime is available and some Saturdays when required. Great role for someone that wants to work closer to home. Our clients are typically family friendly businesses and can offer good working conditions.Key Duties:Operation of haul trucks, front end loaders, excavators, scrapers and other quarry mobMultiple positions for mobile and fixed plant operators for Adelaide metro and regional based quarries. We offer a competitive base rate, penalties apply and overtime is available and some Saturdays when required. Great role for someone that wants to work closer to home. Our clients are typically family friendly businesses and can offer good working conditions.Key Duties:Operation of haul trucks, front end loaders, excavators, scrapers and other quarry mob
- Multiple positions for mobile and fixed plant operators for Adelaide metro and regional based quarries. We offer a competitive base rate, penalties apply and overtime is available and some Saturdays when required. Great role for someone that wants to work closer to home. Our clients are typically family friendly businesses and can offer good working conditions.Key Duties:Operation of haul trucks, front end loaders, excavators, scrapers and other quarry mobMultiple positions for mobile and fixed plant operators for Adelaide metro and regional based quarries. We offer a competitive base rate, penalties apply and overtime is available and some Saturdays when required. Great role for someone that wants to work closer to home. Our clients are typically family friendly businesses and can offer good working conditions.Key Duties:Operation of haul trucks, front end loaders, excavators, scrapers and other quarry mob
- We're Hiring! HR Truck Driver / Spray Seal Operator and General Labourers Looking to secure your future with an industry leader? We have excellent temp-to-perm opportunities for a skilled HR Truck Driver / Spray Seal Operator and General Labourers to join one of Australia’s largest infrastructure companies.This is a great opportunity to get into the civil or infrastructure sector, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. The General LabWe're Hiring! HR Truck Driver / Spray Seal Operator and General Labourers Looking to secure your future with an industry leader? We have excellent temp-to-perm opportunities for a skilled HR Truck Driver / Spray Seal Operator and General Labourers to join one of Australia’s largest infrastructure companies.This is a great opportunity to get into the civil or infrastructure sector, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. The General Lab
- Are you passionate about water safety and thrive on providing outstanding community focused customer service? The Gawler Aquatic Centre is on the lookout for dedicated lifeguards to join our team for the 2024/2025 Summer Season. Dive into an energetic and supportive environment, where you'll be instrumental in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all our patrons, while enhancing your career with a dynamic and active role.The Role:As a Gawler Aquatic CentreAre you passionate about water safety and thrive on providing outstanding community focused customer service? The Gawler Aquatic Centre is on the lookout for dedicated lifeguards to join our team for the 2024/2025 Summer Season. Dive into an energetic and supportive environment, where you'll be instrumental in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all our patrons, while enhancing your career with a dynamic and active role.The Role:As a Gawler Aquatic Centre
- 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
- Experienced Concrete Batchers Wanted! Temp-to-Perm Opportunity with a Tier 1 Client (Brisbane-Wide) Are you a proven Concrete Batcher looking for stability, excellent pay, and a clear pathway to a permanent role with a national industry leader? We are seeking 8 highly skilled Batchers to join a premier client's growing team across multiple sites in North, South, East, and West Brisbane (with an immediate focus on the Southern region).This is more than justExperienced Concrete Batchers Wanted! Temp-to-Perm Opportunity with a Tier 1 Client (Brisbane-Wide) Are you a proven Concrete Batcher looking for stability, excellent pay, and a clear pathway to a permanent role with a national industry leader? We are seeking 8 highly skilled Batchers to join a premier client's growing team across multiple sites in North, South, East, and West Brisbane (with an immediate focus on the Southern region).This is more than just
- 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
- Experienced Concrete Batchers Wanted! Temp-to-Perm Opportunity with a Tier 1 Client (Brisbane-Wide) Are you a proven Concrete Batcher looking for stability, excellent pay, and a clear pathway to a permanent role with a national industry leader? We are seeking 8 highly skilled Batchers to join a premier client's growing team across multiple sites in North, South, East, and West Brisbane (with an immediate focus on the Southern region).This is more than justExperienced Concrete Batchers Wanted! Temp-to-Perm Opportunity with a Tier 1 Client (Brisbane-Wide) Are you a proven Concrete Batcher looking for stability, excellent pay, and a clear pathway to a permanent role with a national industry leader? We are seeking 8 highly skilled Batchers to join a premier client's growing team across multiple sites in North, South, East, and West Brisbane (with an immediate focus on the Southern region).This is more than just
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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
If you are ready to apply for a plant operator job, take a look at our jobs list, filter to your preference and apply directly. If you require any further assistance applying for a role, feel free to contact your nearest Randstad office and a member of the team will be happy to point you in the right direction.
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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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