BOBCAT/PLANT OPERATOR - Permanent Position - Immediate Start

Accurate Asphalt & Road Repairs; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurate Asphalt & Road Repairs – Newcastle NSW is seeking an experienced Bobcat/Plant Operator for a permanent role with immediate start. You will operate Bobcats and other plant, support asphalt and stabilising operations, and be willing to travel for site works, with on-the-job training provided.

Local work with occasional travel, emphasis on safety and environment, and a starting wage of $35–$40 per hour plus superannuation depending on licenses and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of Bobcat operating experience.
• HR Truck Licence (preferably Road Ranger exp.).
• Current White Card certification must be held.
• Mechanical aptitude for operating and maintaining plant equipment.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labour.

Responsibilities

• Bobcat and plant operations on site.
• Support asphalt and stabilising operations on-site.
• Truck driving as required by job tasks.
• Operate with bucket, broom and profiling attachments on wheeled or tracked bobcats.
• Attend to safety, quality and environmental requirements on site.

Skills

Bobcat operations

Truck driving

Mechanical aptitude

Civil construction knowledge

Safety consciousness

HR Truck Licence

HC Truck Licence

White Card

Tools

Licence prerequisites

Job description

BOBCAT/PLANT OPERATOR - Permanent Position - Immediate Start

Accurate Asphalt & Road Repairs – Newcastle NSW

About Accurate Asphalt & Road Repairs:

Accurate Asphalt & Road Repairs (AARR) is a well-established, dynamic, Newcastle-based company, focused on the provision of a diverse range of road construction and maintenance services to Government, Public and Private sectors across NSW. Specialising in asphalt, in-situ stabilisation and civil construction AARR is committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and building strong customer relationships.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Bobcat/Plant Operator to join our Operations Team on a permanent basis. You will report to the Works Supervisor and be responsible for the operation of Bobcats & other plant, and support our Asphalt and Stabilising operations in daily jobs on site. You must be willing to learn the relevant machines and techniques involved in road construction with on-the-job training provided.

Mainly local work but must also be willing to travel and stay away on occasion. The applicants must be safety conscious, be aware of protecting the environment, and take pride in doing a quality job as this is of utmost importance to the company.

Full-Time Wage - $35 - 40 hr + super (depending on experience and licenses)

Specific duties will include (but will not be limited to)

• Bobcat & plant operations
• Support the Asphalt and Stabilising Oprerations on-site
• Truck driving
• Experience in Bobcat operations, including bucket, broom, and profiling attachments - wheeled and/or tracked bobcats.
• Minimum 1-2 years of Bobcat operating experience required.
• HR Truck Licence (preferably Road Ranger exp.).
• Sound communication skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Physically fit - participate in manual labour.
• Self-motivated and positive.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid work visa or Australian work authorisation required.
• Current White Card certification must be held.
• Experience in Stabilising with pulverisor/road stabilising machines.
• HC Truck Licence.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Civil construction knowledge.
• All candidates will be subject to a pre-employment medical test and drug/alcohol testing.

Secure your career in Civil Road Construction now, where your motivation and commitment will be rewarded.