Earthmoving Plant Operator- Hay

Our client is a well-known State Government agency who are passionate about making NSW a better place to live, work and visit. An exciting opportunity now exists for an Earthmoving Plant Operator to join their dynamic team!The Role:

• The primary purpose of this role is to operates large/complex plant items to support the efficient construction and maintenance of road infrastructure.
• Conduct safety checks on all plant used, complete basic maintenance such as refueling and check the fluid maintenance records and reports to ensure the safe use of plant items.
• Solve routine problems that arise, refer to standard guidelines and manuals, and collaborate with supervisors and managers to resolve complex issues to minimise risks and achieve work goals.
• Understand, maintain and apply knowledge of WHS legislation, policies and procedures, assessing and controlling risks, record management and industry requirements to minimise risk and model safe work
• Assist as a Road Worker in Manual Handling Tasks that may arise
• Working away 90% of the time - Generous allowances and accommodation provided when camping away

What’s in it for you?

• Casual assignment until 28th June 2024 – high possibility of extension
• Casual pay rate: $41.40 per hour + super
• Working hours: 9 day/76-hour fortnight
• A supportive work culture and an excellent opportunity for career progression with a highly regarded NSW Sate Government agency

Essential requirements:

• Experience in civil construction, or Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent qualification and a current Construction Industry White Card
• Traffic Controller Card – Implement Traffic Control Plan, or ability to gain within 3 months of employment
• Traffic Controller Card – Prepare Work Zone, or ability to gain within 3 months of employment
• MR driver's license or above
• Willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing or ticketing requirements as directed
• Plant operation experience essential: Loader, Rollers - Multi, Padfoot, Smooth Drum, Mixer (Grader operation experience highly regarded)

If this position will enhance your career APPLY NOW or if you would like further details on the client, the role please call Neva Niland for a confidential discussion on (02) 6691 9100 or email: neva.niland@chandlermacleod.comShare this jobInterested in this job?Save JobCreate as alertSimilar JobsSCHEMA MARKUP ( This text will only show on the editor. )Part of RGF Staffing APEJ, Chandler Macleod, we get people.sOur specialtiesOur specialtiesAdviceMore from usChandler Macleod acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country. We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to elders past and present, whose land we stand upon today.