Plant Operator

Programmed; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing work

Consistent Monday–Friday roster

Potential Saturday work

Job summary

Programmed Skilled Workforce is seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join our quarry team in Australia. You will safely operate mobile plant equipment, contribute to daily production, and work with a dedicated team on a Monday–Friday roster.

Ideal candidates will have FEL experience, excavator experience or tickets, and HR Truck licence if available. Emphasis on safety, teamwork, and reliable attendance in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating mobile plant in a quarry, mining, civil, or construction environment.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Front End Loader (FEL) operating experience
• Excavator experience and/or ticket (advantageous)
• HR Truck Licence (advantageous)
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to follow site procedures and instructions

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant equipment in a quarry environment.
• Support daily quarry production activities.
• Maintain safety and operational standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety focus

Reliability

Attendance

Tools

Front End Loader FEL experience

Excavator experience/ticket

HR Truck Licence

Job description

Programmed Skilled Workforce is currently seeking experienced Plant Operators to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing work with a leading quarry operation, offering stable Monday to Friday hours and the opportunity to work within a safety-focused and supportive environment.

About the Role

As a Plant Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mobile plant equipment within a busy quarry environment. You will work as part of a dedicated team to support daily quarry production activities while maintaining a strong focus on safety and operational excellence.

Equipment may include:

• Front End Loaders (FEL)
• Excavators (advantageous)
• HR Trucks (advantageous)
• Other mobile plant as trained and authorised

Roster:

• Monday to Friday
• Day Shift: 6:00am to 2:00pm
• Some Saturday work available (typically half-day shifts)

Rate:

$38.75 per hour (Ordinary Time)

What We Are Looking For

Successful applicants will ideally possess:

• Previous experience operating mobile plant in a quarry, mining, civil, or construction environment
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Front End Loader (FEL) operating experience
• Excavator experience and/or ticket (advantageous)
• HR Truck Licence (advantageous)
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to follow site procedures and instructions

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates will be required to complete:

• Programmed Skilled Workforce induction
• Damstra onboarding requirements
• Quarry-specific pre-employment medical
• Drug & Alcohol screening
• Silica testing (Section 1)
• Any additional client-specific onboarding requirements

What's in it for You?

• $38.75 per hour
• Ongoing work opportunity
• Consistent Monday to Friday roster
• Opportunity for additional Saturday work
• Work with a leading quarry operation
• Safe and supportive work environment
• Ongoing support from your local Programmed team
• Opportunity to further develop your operating skills and experience

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.