Construction Labourers / Machine Operators - Fulltime permanent roles

LGI Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Supportive team

PPE provided

Travel perks

Above-award pay

Job summary

LGI Ltd in Brisbane is seeking hands-on Construction Labourers and Machine Operators for full-time permanent roles on our infrastructure team. The Brisbane-based position involves regular travel to regional QLD, NSW and ACT for two weeks at a time.

A current driver's licence and your own vehicle are essential, and LGI provides pool vehicles, accommodation and meal allowances when traveling. You'll operate mobile plant equipment, perform general labouring, weld and install poly pipelines, and

Qualifications

• Construction Induction Card – mandatory
• Proven experience as a skilled labourer and machine operator (construction or landfill industry preferred)
• Ability to pass respirator fit-testing
• Reliable transport and current driver’s licence
• Physically fit – able to lift up to 20kg and work in all weather conditions
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
• A team player who can also work independently
• Willingness to undertake pre‑employment and random drug & alcohol testing

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery: Safely manoeuvre mobile plant equipment (including excavators, skid steers, drill rigs) to build our clean energy infrastructure.
• Roll up your sleeves: Regularly step out of the cab and jump into general labouring tasks, site prep, and material handling.
• Build landfill gas infrastructure: Weld and installpoly pipelines.
• Champion safety and operational excellence: Maintain a safe work environment across all our landfill and construction sites, leading by example.

Job description

Construction Labourers / Machine Operators - Fulltime permanent roles

Whether you are an experienced machine operator with drill rig experience, or looking for general labouring and machine operating roles, we want you on our Infrastructure team! We are looking for hands‑on team players who aren't afraid to step out of the cab, get their boots dirty, and help us install and maintain our landfill gas infrastructure.

This Brisbane-based role includes regular travel to regional QLD, NSW and the ACT for 2-week periods. A current driver’s licence and your own vehicle are essential. When travelling, LGI provides pool vehicles, accommodation, and meal allowances.

What you’ll do

• Operate machinery:Safely manoeuvre mobile plant equipment (including excavators, skid steers, drill rigs) to build our clean energy infrastructure.

• Roll up your sleeves: Regularly step out of the cab and jump into general labouring tasks, site prep, and material handling.

• Build landfill gas infrastructure:Weld and installpoly pipelines.

• Champion safety and operational excellence: Maintain a safe work environment across all our landfill and construction sites, leading by example.

What we’re looking for

• Construction Induction Card – mandatory

• Proven experience as a skilled labourer and machine operator (construction or landfill industry preferred)

• Ability to pass respirator fit-testing

• Reliable transport and current driver’s licence

• Physically fit – able to lift up to 20kg and work in all weather conditions

• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail

• A team player who can also work independently

• Willingness to undertake pre‑employment and random drug & alcohol testing

What we offer

• Career development and training opportunities, including mobile plant tickets, licences and competencies

• A supportive, hands‑on team environment

• PPE provided – safety boots, high‑vis gear, hard hat, gloves, and glasses

• Travel perks – pool vehicles, accommodation, and meal allowance provided

• Above‑award pay, with performance recognition through promotions and benefits

Please note: You must have permanent work rights in Australia (Australian/NZ citizen or permanent resident). Sponsorship is not available for this role.