Loader & Heavy Equipment Operator (HC License Preferred)

PageUp People Limited; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development and growth opportunities

Mentoring and development programs

Health insurance discounts

Parental leave program

Job summary

Aurizon's Mt Isa team is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator for a full-time permanent role. Primary duties include forklift and loader operation with potential to operate heavy vehicles; reach stacker training will be provided for the right candidate.

Local residents receive an attractive hourly rate plus location allowance with roster flexibility. Full-time employment at Australia's largest rail freight operator, offering stability and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Loader experience operating around mobile plant and heavy equipment.
• HC licence and heavy vehicle experience preferred.
• Reach stacker training beneficial with upskilling provided.
• Strong verbal and written communication with ability to complete vehicle paperwork.
• Reliable, punctual and able to pass pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol tests.
• Full driving history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate loaders as the primary function to support site operations.
• Operate heavy vehicles including HC combinations when required.
• Assist loading/unloading of containerised product with upskilling for reach stacker.
• Complete tasks safely per Aurizon policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with fatigue management, vehicle permits and axle weight rules.
• Provide professional customer service and report risks or hazards.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Skills

Loader operation

HC licence

Reach stacker training

Communication

Paperwork

Safety compliance

Job description

Aurizon's Mt Isa team is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator for a full-time permanent role. Primary duties include forklift and loader operation with potential to operate heavy vehicles; reach stacker training will be provided for the right candidate.

Local residents receive an attractive hourly rate plus location allowance with roster flexibility. Full-time employment at Australia's largest rail freight operator, offering stability and development opportunities.