Plant Operator

HiQ; Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong safety-first culture

Supportive team environment

Job summary

HiQ Group is seeking a Plant Operator to support safe, efficient site operations across our NSW/ VIC/QLD operations. You will operate excavators, dozers, haul trucks, wheel loaders, compactors and fuel/water trucks, with a strong safety focus and the ability to work in a team as part of daily site tasks.

Responsibilities include pre-start checks, routine maintenance, toolbox participation and hazard reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavators, dozers, haul trucks, wheel loaders, compactors, or fuel & water trucks (Statement of Attainment desirable).
• Hold relevant licences and tickets for machinery.
• Work accurately and efficiently.
• Be proactive and show initiative.
• Communicate clearly with all stakeholders.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Stay calm and focused in busy environments.
• Current White Card.
• Current driver’s licence (HR Licence for fuel & water truck operators).

Responsibilities

• Operate plant, machinery, tools, and vehicles as directed
• Perform labouring and general site duties as required
• Participate in daily toolbox meetings
• Complete daily pre-start checks on plant and equipment
• Carry out basic maintenance in line with procedures
• Monitor and report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions
• Ensure unsafe equipment is tagged out and not used
• Follow all Safe Work Procedures and site inductions
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
• Communicate equipment issues or process concerns to management
• Accurately clock in and out each shift
• Support site operations with additional duties as required

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Licences and tickets for machinery

HR Licence

Job description

HiQ is a privately owned Australian family company delivering integrated environmental, infrastructure and resource recovery solutions. Operating across New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland, we specialise in recycling, waste management, quarry operations, and transport and logistics. We are committed to advancing the circular economy by transforming waste into valuable resources and partnering with government, industry and communities to deliver sustainable, long-term outcomes.

Job Description

About the Role

Join HiQ Group as a Plant Operator, where you’ll play a key role in safe and efficient site operations. This hands-on role involves operating plant and equipment, supporting daily site activities, and maintaining a strong safety focus.

Plant Operators will work with equipment such as excavators, dozers, haul trucks, wheel loaders, compactors, and fuel trucks to support our expanding operations.

As part of our team, you will bring a versatile skill set, a proactive attitude, and the flexibility to meet the daily demands of the business. This may occasionally include performing manual tasks.

These are full-time roles with immediate start dates. Opportunities are available for:

• Day Shift: 6:00am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday
• Afternoon Shift: 12:00 pm – 9:30 pm, Monday to Friday
• Night Shift: 9:00 pm – 6:30 am, Monday to Friday

Additional weekend work may be available as needed.

Applicants must live within a reasonable daily commuting distance to the Bulla site and be able to pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screening.

Main Responsibilities

• Operate plant, machinery, tools, and vehicles as directed
• Perform labouring and general site duties as required
• Participate in daily toolbox meetings
• Complete daily pre-start checks on plant and equipment
• Carry out basic maintenance in line with procedures
• Monitor and report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions
• Ensure unsafe equipment is tagged out and not used
• Follow all Safe Work Procedures and site inductions
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
• Communicate equipment issues or process concerns to management
• Accurately clock in and out each shift
• Support site operations with additional duties as required

What We Offer

• Supportive, team-focused work environment
• Strong safety-first culture

Desired Skills and Experience

The Successful Candidate Will

• Experience operating any of the following: excavators, dozers, haul trucks, wheel loaders, compactors, or fuel & water trucks (Statement of Attainment is desirable)
• Hold relevant licences and tickets for machinery
• Work accurately and efficiently
• Be proactive and show initiative
• Communicate clearly with all stakeholders
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Stay calm and focused in busy environments
• Current White Card
• Current driver’s licence (HR Licence required for fuel & water truck operators)