Plant Operator – Entry Level & Experienced

Waters Excavations; Mildura; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible RDOs

Fleet of machinery

Paid qualifications

Culture

Job summary

Waters Excavations in Mildura is a family-owned business with over 60 years of civil construction, industrial recycling and quarry experience. We hire both entry-level and experienced plant operators and provide on-site training and support.

If you have a valid driver’s licence, plant tickets and a safety-focused mindset, you could join our team, with flexible RDOs, paid qualifications, and exposure to equipment from excavators to wash plants.

Qualifications

• Proven background operating heavy machinery in quarry, recycling or civil settings.
• Valid driver’s licence, plant tickets and heavy-plant operating experience.
• Valid driver’s licence and Construction White Card.
• Safety-focused with emphasis on efficiency and equipment maintenance.
• Motivation to learn and obtain high-level plant accreditations.

Skills

Safety mindset

Operational efficiency

Equipment maintenance

Reliable

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Construction White Card

Job description

Plant Operator – Entry Level & Experienced

Waters Excavations is a family-owned Mildura business with over 60 years of expertise in civil construction, industrial recycling, and quarry operations. We handle diverse projects, from minor works to large-scale government infrastructure. We pride ourselves on fostering positive and harmonious relationships to create a team dedicated to positive solutions and outcomes.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Competitive Pay: We pay above award because we want the best for our people.

Flexible RDOs: Choose an RDO roster that fits your life and family.

Fleet: Work on excavators, loaders, skid steers, crushers, screeners, and high-tech CDE wash plants and more.

Paid Qualifications: Paid qualifications and for Entry-Level Applicants, we’ll put you through aCertificate III in Civil Construction.

Culture: Local family-owned business where you're respected, backed, and part of the team.

About you

Experienced Applicants

Proven background operating heavy machinery within quarry, recycling, or civil environments.

Valid Drivers Licence, plant tickets, and solid background operating heavy plant (or equivalent industry experience).

Valid Driver's Licence and Construction White Card.

Strong focus on safety, operational efficiency, and equipment maintenance.

Strong work ethic and reliable.

Entry-Level Applicants

Current Driver’s Licence

Construction White Card (bonus, but not required!).

A strong work ethic, high reliability, mechanically minded, and ready to learn fast.

Motivation to undertake training and obtain high level plant and heavy vehicle accreditations.

Applications Close: MONDAY, 09th November 2026.

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