Civil Truck Driver / Roller Operator

HPS Contractors; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

HPS QLD Pty Ltd in Cairns is seeking a reliable Civil Truck and Water Truck Driver / Roller Operator to support civil construction across Cairns and Far North Queensland. The role involves operating dump trucks, water trucks for dust suppression, and rollers for earthworks and pavements, with a focus on safety and productivity.

Based in Goldsborough Valley, you will assist with excavation, complete daily pre-start inspections, load and unload materials, and maintain plant records.

Qualifications

• Safety-conscious approach to work.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks to transport soil, gravel and materials.
• Operate water trucks for dust suppression and compaction.
• Operate rollers for trench reinstatement and pavement compaction.
• Assist with excavation and civil construction activities.
• Conduct daily plant and vehicle pre-start inspections.
• Load and unload materials as required.
• Maintain plant and equipment in good condition.
• Complete plant records and project documentation.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Reliability

Team player

Punctual

Tools

Dump truck

Water truck

Roller

Job description

Cairns Based | Local Work | Immediate Start

HPS QLD Pty Ltd is seeking a reliable, safety-focused and versatile Civil Truck and Water Truck Driver / Roller Operator to support our growing civil construction operations throughout Cairns and Far North Queensland.

This role is suited to somebody who enjoys a variety of tasks and is comfortable operating trucks and mobile plant while assisting with general civil construction activities and is currently based in the Goldsborough Valley.

About the Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

Operating dump trucks to transport soil, gravel, aggregates and construction materials.

Operating water trucks for dust suppression and compaction activities.

Operating rollers for trench reinstatement, earthworks and pavement compaction.

Assisting with excavation and civil construction activities.

Conducting daily plant and vehicle pre-start inspections.

Loading and unloading materials where required.

Maintaining plant and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.

Completing plant records, logbooks and project documentation.

Current HR Driver Licence.

Construction Industry White Card.

Ability to conduct plant pre-start inspections.

Understanding of safe work practices and construction site requirements.

Strong commitment to safety, quality and productivity.

Ability to work as part of a team.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

Roller competency and experience.

Water truck operating experience.

Dump truck operating experience.

Experience working around underground services and construction activities.

What We Are Looking For

Reliable and punctual.

Strong work ethic.

Ability to follow directions and work independently.

Safety-conscious approach to work.

Willingness to assist across multiple work fronts and projects.

Remuneration

Casual

$38.00 – $45.00 per hour, depending on licences, plant competencies and experience.