Plant Operator

Boral Limited; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Career pathways

Team culture

Employee benefits

Sustainable future

Job summary

Boral Asphalt is seeking a motivated Plant Operator to join the West Burleigh Asphalt Plant team on the Gold Coast. You will operate and monitor plant equipment, support loading and production activities, and help ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role offers competitive hourly rates with overtime opportunities and a path for development within Boral. A safety-driven culture and strong teamwork underpin daily activities and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexible with overtime when required.
• Mobile plant tickets/licences highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor asphalt plant equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot faults and perform minor repairs.
• Manage stock materials and housekeeping.
• Operate mobile plant equipment when licensed.
• Maintain production and safety records.
• Follow safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Safety-focused

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Licence: Loader/Forklift

Job description

Plant Operator - Asphalt

Boral Asphalt is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Plant Operator to join our team at our West Burleigh Asphalt Plant. This hands-on role plays a key part in the production of quality asphalt products that help build and maintain essential road infrastructure across the Gold Coast region.

Working within a close-knit team, you will operate and monitor plant equipment, support loading and production activities, and contribute to the safe and efficient operation of our asphalt facility.

Your day will involve:

• Operating and monitoring asphalt plant equipment and production processes
• Conducting routine plant inspections and preventative maintenance activities
• Assisting with troubleshooting, fault finding, and minor repairs
• Managing stock materials and supporting plant housekeeping activities
• Operating mobile plant equipment where licensed and trained
• Maintaining accurate production and safety records
• Following Boral's safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience in manufacturing, asphalt, quarry, concrete, construction, or industrial environment
• Mechanical aptitude and a strong commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Mobile plant tickets or licences (Loader, Forklift or similar) highly regarded
• A flexible approach to work, including occasional overtime when required

What's on offer?

• Competitive hourly rates plus overtime opportunities
• Ongoing training and development with career pathways across Boral
• A supportive and safety-focused team culture
• Access to Boral's Employee Assistance Program and employee benefits
• Join an organisation committed to building a sustainable future

About Boral

Boral is the largest vertically integrated construction materials company in Australia. We produce and supply construction materials including aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete and recycled materials. With a strong focus on safety, innovation and sustainability, we are helping build the nation while creating rewarding careers for our people.