Aspahlter

Randstad; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an experienced asphalt worker to join a crew in Cairns. You will operate pavers, rollers, and skid steers, while supporting manual labour tasks and on-site safety practices.

Requirements include a valid driver’s licence and proven asphalt paving experience. Tickets for additional equipment are preferred, and physical fitness to work outdoors is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s licence is mandatory.
• Proven background in asphalt paving operations.
• Tickets for front-end loader, forklift, bobcat, or RIICBS305E preferred.
• Physically fit for manual labour and hot outdoor environments.
• Team player with a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate paving machinery: pavers, rollers, and skid steers as directed.
• Assist with manual labour: raking, shovelling, sweeping, and spotting trucks.
• Monitor asphalt spread rates, depth, and surface texture for quality control.
• Perform pre-start checks, site housekeeping, and routine maintenance.

Education

Driver's Licence

RIICBS305E Asphalt Paver Operation

Front-End Loader Ticket

Forklift Ticket

Bobcat (Skid Steer) Ticket

Job description

Are you an experienced asphalt worker who knows their way around paving machinery?

What you'll be doing:

• Operating machinery: Driving pavers, steel/multi-rollers, and skid steers (bobcats).
• Hands-on teamwork: Pitching in with manual labour like raking, shovelling, sweeping, and spotting trucks.
• Quality control: Monitoring asphalt spread rates, depth, and surface texture.
• Daily maintenance: Handling pre-starts, clean-downs, and site housekeeping.

What you need (Experience & Tickets):

• Current Driver's Licence (Mandatory).
• Industry Experience: Proven background in asphalt paving operations.
• Plant Tickets/VOCs: Competency to safely operate paving equipment. Existing tickets for a Front-End Loader, Forklift, Bobcat (Skid Steer), or an Asphalt Paver (specifically the unit RIICBS305E - Conduct Asphalt Paver Operation) are strongly preferred
• Physical Fitness: Happy to jump out of the cab for manual labour, lift up to 25kg, and work in hot, outdoor environments.
• Team Player: A strong communicator with a safety-first mindset.

Why apply?

This is a great opportunity to secure steady work with a crew that values safety, continuous improvement, and on-the-job training. As you grow your skills, you'll have the chance to operate all equipment across the site!