Labourer/ Telehandler Operator

Gravity Resources; Gladstone Regional; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

10‑hour days roster

Job summary

Gravity Resources is seeking a hands-on Labourer / Telehandler Operator to support a major transmission line construction project in Central Queensland. The role focuses on operating a telehandler and assisting with general labouring and ground support tasks.

Ideal candidates will have telehandler experience or competency evidence, a current Construction White Card, and a willingness to undertake manual handling duties. PPE is provided and a stable roster is offered as part of the project.

Qualifications

• Telehandler operation experience; construction environment preferred.
• White Card and safety-related competencies.
• Willingness for general labouring and manual handling.
• Ability to perform pre-start checks and report hazards.
• Strong safety mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate telehandler to move and position materials.
• Load/unload and organise materials in laydown areas.
• Assist with sorting and handling transmission tower steel and construction materials.
• Support site crews with general labouring and ground support.
• Complete equipment pre-start checks and report faults or hazards.
• Follow site safety procedures and participate in daily pre-start meetings.

Skills

Telehandler operation

General labouring

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Pre-start checks

Education

Construction White Card

Tools

Telehandler competency evidence

Job description

Gravity Resources is seeking a hands‑on Labourer / Telehandler Operator to support a major transmission line construction project in Central Queensland.

This role would suit someone who is confident operating a telehandler and happy to assist with general labouring and ground support duties. Local candidates from Gladstone and surrounding communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates, are encouraged to apply.

About the role

Working with the site team, your duties are expected to include:

• Operating a telehandler to move and position materials.
• Loading, unloading and organising materials in laydown and work areas.
• Assisting with sorting and handling transmission tower steel and construction materials.
• Supporting site crews with general labouring, housekeeping and ground support.
• Completing equipment pre-start checks and reporting faults or hazards.
• Following site safety procedures and participating in daily pre-start meetings.

What you’ll bring

• Experience operating telehandlers in a construction or civil environment is preferred but not essential.
• Relevant telehandler competency evidence and any licences required for the equipment, attachments and duties.
• A current Construction White Card.
• Willingness and physical capability to undertake general labouring and manual handling duties.
• A practical approach to safety, reliability and teamwork.
• Ability to complete the required pre-employment medical, site inductions and competency verification.

Experience on transmission line, utilities or major infrastructure projects will be well regarded.

What’s on offer

• Planned 19/9 roster with 10-hour working days, including scheduled travel and rest days.
• PPE provided
• An opportunity to contribute to a major regional infrastructure project.
• Support from the Gravity Resources team throughout recruitment and mobilisation.

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