Front End Loader / Excavator Operator

Hyne & Son; Glass House Mountains; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing program

Family-owned Australian business

Career growth

Job summary

Bassett Barks, located in the Glass House Mountains, seeks an experienced Front End Loader/Excavator Operator for a permanent, full-time position. You will operate heavy equipment, load and stockpile materials, and perform daily checks to ensure safe, efficient site operations.

The role offers overtime and long-term career stability within a growing Australian business. You will work both independently and as part of our wider team, with a focus on safety, reliability, and practical, hands-on

Qualifications

• Experience operating front end loaders and/or excavators.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and responsible equipment operation.
• Ability to complete pre-start checks and identify basic maintenance concerns.
• Reliable, practical and hands-on approach.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and contribute to the wider team.
• Professional attitude and strong attention to detail.
• Current driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate front end loaders and/or excavators safely and efficiently.
• Load, move and stockpile materials across the site.
• Complete daily pre-start checks and basic equipment inspections.
• Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area.
• Follow site procedures and all workplace health and safety requirements.
• Support general site operations as required.
• Work independently and as part of the wider team.

Skills

Front End Loader experience

Excavator experience

Safety focus

Pre-start checks

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift licence

Bobcat licence

HC Truck licence

Job description

Your Next Role

Join our expanding operation as an experienced Front End Loader / Excavator Operator. This permanent, full-time role is ideal for a reliable, safety-focused operator who takes pride in their work and is looking for stable, long-term employment with a growing business.

Your day-to-day work will include:

• Operating front end loaders and/or excavators safely and efficiently
• Loading, moving and stockpiling materials across the site
• Completing daily pre-start checks and basic equipment inspections
• Monitoring equipment performance and reporting maintenance requirements
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area
• Following site procedures and all workplace health and safety requirements
• Supporting general site operations as required
• Working independently and as part of the wider team
• Desirable licences/ skills would be advantageous:
  • o Forklift licence
  • o Bobcat
  • o HC Truck

About you

• Demonstrated Front End Loader experience and/or Excavator experience
• A strong commitment to workplace safety and responsible equipment operation
• Ability to complete pre-start checks and identify basic maintenance concerns
• A reliable, practical and hands-on approach
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and contribute to the wider team
• A professional attitude and strong attention to detail
• Current driver's licence
• Highly regarded: Forklift licence, Bobcat/Skid Steer experience or HC Truck Licence

About us

Located in the beautiful Glass House Mountains, Bassett Barks is one of Queensland's largest producers of premium bark and growing media, supplying professional growers, landscapers, and retailers right across Australia.

We are proud to be part of Rocky Point, a leading Australian brand in gardening and landscaping products. Together, we share a simple goal: helping people grow, whether that's supporting home gardeners or industry professionals.

As part of the Hyne Group, a family-owned business with a long history in sustainable forestry, we bring over 60 years of combined experience to the industry. This strong backing means our people enjoy the stability of a well-established group, along with the opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, sustainability, and growth.

Why Bassett Barks?

As a team member, you will enjoy benefits such as:

• Wellbeing programs - employee assistance program to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.
• Working for a family-owned Australian business.
• A feel-good brand that genuinely cares for our people, community, and environment.
• Career growth in an expanding and progressive company who is market leader in the industry

If you're looking for a stable, hands-on role operating modern equipment, with overtime available and the opportunity to build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.