Plant Operator

Randstad NV

Swanbank

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Top pay rates
No FIFO
Year-round work
Well‑maintained machinery

Job summary

Randstad NV is seeking a Plant Operator for heavy earthmoving at Swanbank, Queensland. You’ll be trusted with operating the largest gear on site to keep the operation running smoothly year‑round.

Role offers stable local hours and the chance to work with well‑maintained machinery, including dozers, scrapers, compactors, excavators, loaders and water carts.

Qualifications

  • Must hold valid, verified tickets and proven experience.
  • Experience operating heavy earthmoving gear in busy site environments.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow site safety rules.

Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy earthmoving equipment to move material.
  • Maintain equipment and report any faults promptly.
  • Support team to ensure continuous site operations and safety.

Tools

Dozer (Cat D9)
Compactor (836/838)
Scrapers (Cat 637G & 623E)
Excavators
Front end Loader
Water cart

Job description

Plant Operators | Heavy Earthmoving (Landfill)
About the role

Looking for a rock-solid Plant Operator to keep one of Swanbank's busiest operations moving. This isn't just shifting dirt-you'll be a critical part of a team ensuring the site runs smoothly all year round.

If you like operating the biggest gear in the business and want a stable, local role with plenty of hours, this is it.

The Fleet You'll Be Taming
  • Dozer: Cat D9

  • Compactor: 836/838

  • Scrapers: Cat 637G & 623E

  • Excavators

  • Front end Loader
  • Water cart
What You Need

To be considered, you must hold valid, verified tickets and proven experience

  • Dozer: Cat D9

  • Compactor: 836/838

  • Scrapers: Cat 637G & 623E

  • Excavators

  • Front end Loader
  • Water cart
What's in It for You?
  • Top Rates: Great hourly pay with secure, consistent overtime.

  • Home Every Night: No FIFO, no living out of a camp.

  • Stability: Secure, year-round permanent work.

  • The Best Gear: Work on massive, well-maintained machinery.

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