Mobile Plant Operators

Chandler Macleod Group; Muswellbrook; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Overtime opportunities

Monday to Friday roster

Renewable energy project experience

Experienced construction team

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking mobile plant operators for a large-scale solar farm project near Muswellbrook, NSW. The roles include skid steer, excavator, tractor and loader operators within a growing renewable energy construction environment.

Offered are competitive hourly rates, overtime, and a Monday–Friday roster, with opportunities for ongoing work on major projects and to gain experience on a significant renewable energy site.

Qualifications

• Commitment to workplace safety and site rules.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake physically demanding outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and civil plant to support trenching and underground cable installation works.
• Excavate trenches to required depth and alignment.
• Assist with trench preparation for installation.
• Carry out backfilling, compaction and reinstatement works.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine checks on equipment.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Reliability

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Job description

Chandler Macleod is one of Australia's leading workforce solutions providers, connecting skilled people with opportunities across some of the nation's largest infrastructure, construction, resources and renewable energy projects.

We currently have some exciting opportunities for Labourers to join a large-scale solar farm project located in near Muswellbrook, NSW. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience within the growing renewable energy sector while contributing to a significant construction project.

We are currently seeking motivated and reliable Mobile Plant Operators to join the construction team and assist with the delivery of this exciting project. These positions include

• Skid Steer Operators
• Excavator Operators (15 to 20 Ton)
• Tractor Operator
• Front End Loader Operators

Chandler Macleod is one of Australia's leading workforce solutions providers, connecting skilled people with opportunities across some of the nation's largest infrastructure, construction, resources and renewable energy projects.

We currently have some exciting opportunities for Labourers to join a large-scale solar farm project located in near Muswellbrook, NSW. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience within the growing renewable energy sector while contributing to a significant construction project.

We are currently seeking motivated and reliable Mobile Plant Operators to join the construction team and assist with the delivery of this exciting project. These positions include

• Skid Steer Operators
• Excavator Operators (15 to 20 Ton)
• Tractor Operator
• Front End Loader Operators

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rates
• Overtime opportunities
• Monday to Friday Roster
• Opportunity to gain experience on a major renewable energy project
• Work with an experienced construction team in a growing industry
• Potential for ongoing project opportunities within the renewable energy sector

Key Responsibilities

As a Mobile Plant Operator, you will play an important role in supporting construction activities across the solar farm site. Duties may include:

• Operate excavators and other civil plant and machinery to support trenching and underground cable installation works.
• Excavate trenches to the required depth, width and alignment.
• Assist with the preparation of trenches for installation
• Carry out backfilling, compaction and reinstatement works
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine checks on excavators, plant and equipment before commencing work.
• Follow approved SWMS, JHAs, site safety procedures and exclusion-zone requirements when operating mobile plant.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas around trenches, access tracks and work fronts.
• Complete required plant documentation, including pre-start checks, operating records and safety documentation.
• Participate in toolbox meetings, pre-start meetings and site safety discussions.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive work ethic
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A willingness to undertake physically demanding work in outdoor conditions
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow directions
• A proactive and safety-focused approach to work

Essential Requirements

• Valid White Card (Construction Induction Card)
• Plant Operator ticket/s
• Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical and Mobility Assessment
• Ability to pass Drug and Alcohol Screening
• Full Australian working rights
• Current Drivers Licence

Highly Regarded

• Solid Mobile Plant Operator Experience as listed above
• Verification of Competency in last 2 years is preferred.
• Previous experience working on large-scale project sites
• A strong track record of working safely around heavy plant and machinery.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, ages and abilities.

We are particularly committed to supporting regional employment opportunities and encourage applications from local residents of the Muswellbrook and surrounding areas.

Be part of a project that's helping build a cleaner, more sustainable future for Australia.