Operators - Bulk Earthworks

LiveHire Limited; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid flights to site

Accommodation & meal allowance

Long term employment

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

CMC is seeking experienced plant operators for a high-profile regional Tailings Dam upgrade project in NSW. The role requires HR licence, White Card, and proven operation of graders, excavators, dozers, and Moxy machinery. You will contribute to bulk earthworks and levee construction on civil works and mining sites.

Essential criteria include safety focus, teamwork, and reliability. The position offers long-term employment with site flights, accommodation, and meal allowances provided where

Qualifications

• Current HR driver's license (essential).
• Current ConstructionWhite card (essential).
• Nationally accredited plant tickets (desirable).
• GPS experience (highly desirable).
• Final trim experience (desirable).
• Previous plant operating experience on a civil project or mine site (desirable).
• Proven commitment to health and safety.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team.
• Personal drive and results orientated.

Skills

Grader operation

Excavator operation

Dozer operation

GPS experience

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

HR driver's license

Tools

CAT 14H/M

Excavator 36T-85T

CAT D8/D9/D10

Moxy CAT

Job description

About CMC.

CMC is 100% privately owned, Australian Tier 2 civil contractor based in Queensland, specialising in civil and mining infrastructure. We provide expert design and construction services across various sectors, including roads, bridges, renewable energy, resources, flood recovery, mining, water, and waste management. With a strong focus on our people and culture, we are proud of our 21-year legacy delivering multi-million-dollar civil works across Queensland and NSW. Our extensive experience and capabilities ensure we deliver high-quality outcomes for every project.

About the project

This is a high-profile regional project. The scope includes Bulk Earthworks on a Tailings Dam upgrade and Levee Bund Wall Construction, so we are looking for confident and experienced operators with the following plant experience:

• Graders: CAT 14H/M, 16H/M
• Excavators: 36T-50T, Hitachi 36T-85T
• Dozers: CAT D8, D9, D10
• Moxy’s: CAT

About you

consideration will be given to those who meet the below criteria:

• Current HR driver's license (essential);
• Current ConstructionWhite card (essential);
• Nationally accredited plant tickets (desirable);
• GPS experience (highly desirable);
• Final trim experience (desirable);
• Previous plant operating experience on a civil project or mine site (desirable);
• Proven commitment to health and safety;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team;
• Personal drive and results orientated

All candidates will be required to pass a National Police Clearance (within 3 months), pre employment medical, and a drug and alcohol screen.

In return, we can offer you:

• Paid flights to site or travel allowance;
• 2 & 1 roster - accommodation provider and meal allowance
• Long term employment;
• Exposure to a wide range of projects.

Why join CMC?

CMC is a 100% Australian owned, privately run civil contractor. With a strong focus on people, culture, and services, we are proud of our 20-year legacy delivering multi-million-dollar civil works across Queensland and NSW. Our exceptional people deliver exceptional outcomes because they are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.

We respect your time and interest so you will receive a response, whether shortlisted or not.

At CMC, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe it makes us stronger. We warmly welcome people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities to apply and join us in building an inclusive and supportive workplace.