Civil Plant Operator

Blend Projects; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing training and career dev't

Uniforms and PPE provided

Company vehicle and fuel card for the

Job summary

Blend Projects is seeking a skilled Civil Plant Operator to join our Brisbane/Sunshine Coast teams. You will operate excavators, rollers, loaders and skid steers, perform pre-starts, and assist with site setup, demobilisation, and environmental controls.

Emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. We value a Certificate III in Civil Construction (or equivalent), GPS machine control accreditation, a heavy vehicle licence, and a commitment to working locally.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and quality-driven on civil sites.
• Physically fit and able to perform site duties.
• Reliable, team-oriented with a practical approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate civil plant such as excavators, rollers, loaders, and skid steers.
• Carry out minor manual labour tasks as needed.
• Assist with site setup and demobilisation including signage and fencing.

Skills

Safety-minded

Team player

Physically fit

Local Brisbane/Sunshine Coast

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent

Tools

GPS machine control

Heavy vehicle licence

Job description

Blend Projects is a Geebung based civil construction company delivering end-to-end subdivisions, basements, and demolition works across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

Blend Projects specialise in the following key areas:

• subdivisions
• bulk earthworks
• basements
• hardstand construction
• civil services (stormwater, sewer, water, electrical)
• road construction
• demolition
• remediation and recycling
• land clearing
• concreting
• piling platforms

Blend own an extensive fleet of machinery from 2 tonne - 50 tonne excavators, dozers, skid steers, graders, loaders, rollers, crushing and screening, articulated dump trucks, water trucks and road trucks.

The role

Blend Projects is seeking a skilled civil tradesperson for the role of Civil Plant Operator. The successful candidate will work within teams that best suit their skill set and contribute to the efficient delivery of projects across our worksites.

Key responsibilities

• Operate various civil construction plant such as excavators, rollers, loaders, and skid steers; multi-skilled operators highly regarded
• Carry out manual labour tasks (minor if required)
• Assist with the setup and demobilisation of job sites, including signage, fencing, and environmental controls
• Conduct pre-starts on plant and equipment
• Follow site-specific safety, environmental, and quality procedures
• Work collaboratively with team members, subcontractors, and supervisors to meet project timelines
• Maintain a clean and organised work area on site
• Greasing and lubricating equipment
• Setting up exclusion zones (i.e. bollards and bunting)

Candidate skills and experience

• Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent (preferred)
• Accreditation in any of the following and/or multiple disciplines (excavator, loader, dozer, grader, roller, skid steer)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Heavy vehicle licence highly regarded.
• GPS machine control highly regarded.
• Open to working locally in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.
• Strong focus on safety and quality.
• Reliable and team oriented.
• Physically fit and capable of performing site-based duties.

What we offer

• Full-time employment with a growing civil construction company.
• Competitive hourly rate and long term opportunities.
• Weekly pay.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Uniforms and PPE provided.
• Company vehicle and fuel card for the right candidate.
• Supportive team environment and strong company culture.