- Are you an experienced Plant Operator seeking a challenging yet rewarding opportunity? Look no further! We are currently seeking a skilled Plant Operator to join our team at Swanbank Landfill.Key Requirements:Scraper Experience: Proficiency in operating Scraper machinery is essential.Tickets: Valid tickets for Scraper, Dozer and Compactor (RII essential).Licenses: HC or HR truck license preferred.Availability: Immediate start.Work Hours: 6:00 am until endAre you an experienced Plant Operator seeking a challenging yet rewarding opportunity? Look no further! We are currently seeking a skilled Plant Operator to join our team at Swanbank Landfill.Key Requirements:Scraper Experience: Proficiency in operating Scraper machinery is essential.Tickets: Valid tickets for Scraper, Dozer and Compactor (RII essential).Licenses: HC or HR truck license preferred.Availability: Immediate start.Work Hours: 6:00 am until end
- You will be working within the Brisbane City Council, Asphalt and Aggregates branch. As part of the team, you will be working and operating both Fixed and Mobile Crushing Plants at Mt Coot-tha Quarry location. About your new roleThe variety of this role will expand across the following labouring tasks.Previous experience in the quarrying /mining industry with an emphasis/understanding of modern safety practices under the mines legislationAbility to work inYou will be working within the Brisbane City Council, Asphalt and Aggregates branch. As part of the team, you will be working and operating both Fixed and Mobile Crushing Plants at Mt Coot-tha Quarry location. About your new roleThe variety of this role will expand across the following labouring tasks.Previous experience in the quarrying /mining industry with an emphasis/understanding of modern safety practices under the mines legislationAbility to work in
- An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the team who will spend the next 12 months delivering a construction project in the Pilbara. Randstad are looking for experienced Mobile Plant Operators to operate a variety of heavy machinery and mobile plant equipment safely and efficiently.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the operation of mobile plant equipment, possess a keen eye for safety, and be capable of working in diverse enviroAn exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the team who will spend the next 12 months delivering a construction project in the Pilbara. Randstad are looking for experienced Mobile Plant Operators to operate a variety of heavy machinery and mobile plant equipment safely and efficiently.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the operation of mobile plant equipment, possess a keen eye for safety, and be capable of working in diverse enviro
- To be successful, you will have: White cardSilica TicketAsbestos TicketsBe flexible to work Monday through SaturdayOur ideal candidate will have:Highly motivated with a positive attitude.Willingness to work flexible hours.Experience operating Moxy trucks.Proficiency in handling excavators.Background as a plant operator.Duties include, but not limited to: Safely operate and maintain production machineryPerform basic maintenance and cleaning of fixed plant eTo be successful, you will have: White cardSilica TicketAsbestos TicketsBe flexible to work Monday through SaturdayOur ideal candidate will have:Highly motivated with a positive attitude.Willingness to work flexible hours.Experience operating Moxy trucks.Proficiency in handling excavators.Background as a plant operator.Duties include, but not limited to: Safely operate and maintain production machineryPerform basic maintenance and cleaning of fixed plant e
- 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 WACOL.You will start off 6am-2pm Monday to Friday and once trained will commence rotating roster. The roleStacking and placing feed bags into milling machinesBasic plant operation such as mixersForklift OperationStock takeGeneral hand when requiredTo apply you will need A current LO orThis 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 WACOL.You will start off 6am-2pm Monday to Friday and once trained will commence rotating roster. The roleStacking and placing feed bags into milling machinesBasic plant operation such as mixersForklift OperationStock takeGeneral hand when requiredTo apply you will need A current LO or
- Are you an experienced truck driver or plant operator looking to join the southern civil construction industry in Tasmania? Randstad Tasmania is seeking skilled and reliable professionals to support exciting projects across the region.A combination of the following are preferred to be considered:HC, MC, HR or MR LicenceWater cart, tipper experience & articulated dump truckExcavator, Front end loader and various other plant machineryWhite card Strong work eAre you an experienced truck driver or plant operator looking to join the southern civil construction industry in Tasmania? Randstad Tasmania is seeking skilled and reliable professionals to support exciting projects across the region.A combination of the following are preferred to be considered:HC, MC, HR or MR LicenceWater cart, tipper experience & articulated dump truckExcavator, Front end loader and various other plant machineryWhite card Strong work e
- Location is Yankalilla, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm Part-time, 3 days a week at $35- $40.00 p/hWe are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced sales loader operator to work on a part-time basis at our client in Yankalilla. Pay rate is between $35 - $40 p/h + super. We are looking for operators experienced in operating a front-end loaders, with quarry experience. Your responsibilities will include hauling raw feed, loaLocation is Yankalilla, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm Part-time, 3 days a week at $35- $40.00 p/hWe are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced sales loader operator to work on a part-time basis at our client in Yankalilla. Pay rate is between $35 - $40 p/h + super. We are looking for operators experienced in operating a front-end loaders, with quarry experience. Your responsibilities will include hauling raw feed, loa
- Randstad is seeking an experienced water technician working for a permanent position. The Company is a Global leader in water treatment solutions with 40+ years experience, promoting sustainability and growth.About the Role:We are seeking a highly experienced Water Technician to manage the operation and maintenance of a site-specific Water Treatment Plant on a mine site. This FIFO role (8 days on, 6 days off) requires flexibility and a commitment to excellRandstad is seeking an experienced water technician working for a permanent position. The Company is a Global leader in water treatment solutions with 40+ years experience, promoting sustainability and growth.About the Role:We are seeking a highly experienced Water Technician to manage the operation and maintenance of a site-specific Water Treatment Plant on a mine site. This FIFO role (8 days on, 6 days off) requires flexibility and a commitment to excell
- Location is in the Eastern suburbs of AdelaideOngoing Temp contract to go Perm$38.00 - $42.00 + Super + Overtime hours on offerOur client, a Civil construction company, is currently looking for an experienced HC Truck Driver with Dogging experience, and experience working in the Civil space, to join their team in Newton. If you are looking for a change in the New Year and want the opportunity to work with one of South Australia's top civil construction coLocation is in the Eastern suburbs of AdelaideOngoing Temp contract to go Perm$38.00 - $42.00 + Super + Overtime hours on offerOur client, a Civil construction company, is currently looking for an experienced HC Truck Driver with Dogging experience, and experience working in the Civil space, to join their team in Newton. If you are looking for a change in the New Year and want the opportunity to work with one of South Australia's top civil construction co
- We are currently recruiting for a Material handling position that requires Front End Loader Operators for the waste management industry located in Wingfield. This role involves sorting recycling, operating a front end loader and other duties as required. On Offer:Afternoon shift 1pm - 9pmWaste management environmentCasual opportunities availableWeekend and overtime opportunities availableTo be successful in this role, you will:Be able to work within a teamWe are currently recruiting for a Material handling position that requires Front End Loader Operators for the waste management industry located in Wingfield. This role involves sorting recycling, operating a front end loader and other duties as required. On Offer:Afternoon shift 1pm - 9pmWaste management environmentCasual opportunities availableWeekend and overtime opportunities availableTo be successful in this role, you will:Be able to work within a team
- Location is Yankalilla, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm Part-time, 3 days a week at $35- $40.00 p/hWe are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced sales loader operator to work on a part-time basis at our client in Yankalilla. Pay rate is between $35 - $40 p/h + super. We are looking for operators experienced in operating a front-end loaders, with quarry experience. Your responsibilities will include hauling raw feed, loaLocation is Yankalilla, SAOngoing Temp contract to go Perm Part-time, 3 days a week at $35- $40.00 p/hWe are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced sales loader operator to work on a part-time basis at our client in Yankalilla. Pay rate is between $35 - $40 p/h + super. We are looking for operators experienced in operating a front-end loaders, with quarry experience. Your responsibilities will include hauling raw feed, loa
- Location is in the Eastern suburbs of AdelaideOngoing Temp contract to go Perm$38.00 - $42.00 + Super + Overtime hours on offerOur client, a Civil construction company, is currently looking for an experienced HC Truck Driver with Dogging experience, and experience working in the Civil space, to join their team in Newton. If you are looking for a change and want the opportunity to work with one of South Australia's top civil construction companies, then weLocation is in the Eastern suburbs of AdelaideOngoing Temp contract to go Perm$38.00 - $42.00 + Super + Overtime hours on offerOur client, a Civil construction company, is currently looking for an experienced HC Truck Driver with Dogging experience, and experience working in the Civil space, to join their team in Newton. If you are looking for a change and want the opportunity to work with one of South Australia's top civil construction companies, then we
- Location is in AdelaideOngoing Temp contract to go Perm$38.00 - $42.00 + Super + Overtime hours on offerOur client, a Civil construction company, is currently looking for an experienced HC/MC Truck Driver with Dogging experience, and experience working in the Civil space, to join their team in Adelaide. If you are looking for a change and want the opportunity to work with one of South Australia's top civil construction companies, then we would love to hearLocation is in AdelaideOngoing Temp contract to go Perm$38.00 - $42.00 + Super + Overtime hours on offerOur client, a Civil construction company, is currently looking for an experienced HC/MC Truck Driver with Dogging experience, and experience working in the Civil space, to join their team in Adelaide. If you are looking for a change and want the opportunity to work with one of South Australia's top civil construction companies, then we would love to hear
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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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