Experienced In-Field Machine Operators

Qube Forestry is a leading presence in 14 ports throughout New Zealand, as well as locations in Australia, including Tasmania. Qube has over 1,000 experienced employees operating across its various sites and handles in excess of 12 million tonnes of cargo annually. Services provided to the forestry sector include marshalling services, stevedoring, haulage, infield chipping and harvesting and other services. Qube's marshalling services are supported by our industry leading scaling and inventory management software, LMS.THE ROLEThe position involves operating a Petersen Chipper, Feller Buncher or Skidder for in-field operations in small teams that at times can be in locations within the South-east of South Australia and Western Victoria.We currently operate machinery that includes John Deere, Caterpillar, Tigercat and Peterson. General maintenance onsite at our operations will be required.The work is infield and can be challenging and work hours can be demanding, so a generous above award hourly rate of pay is being offered, as well as opportunity for advancement within the company.Applicants are invited who reside locally or within Western Vic or South-east of South Australia.Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant license
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Ability to work autonomously using proactive approach to task resolution
• Ability to work well within a team environment

Key Competencies/Skills

• Sound communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Customer focused and responsive to customer requirements
• Performance and task driven
• Integrity
• Good time management
• Knowledge in COR, Load Restraint and NHVR Requirements
• Positive Health and Safety Culture

Working at Qube

• State of the art well maintained gear
• Benefit from the latest in- cab technology and our commitment to safety first
• Job security and excellent career progression opportunities
• Access to our employee well-being program.
• Committed to promoting workplace diversity
• Encouraging the next generation
• Committed to providing a safe work environment for our employees
• Supportive team environment

Qube Forestry is a subsidiary of Qube Ports & Bulk. Qube Ports & Bulk is the leading Stevedoring, Bulk Logistics and Port Management service provider in Australia. As an ASX top 100 company, Qube has the size to provide an impressive array of integrated logistics solutions. This service offering is backed up by a national network of 28 capital city and regional port and transport facilities across Australia.Advertised: 08 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 08 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time