Plant Operator - Full-Time, Multiple Shifts, Safe Operations

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 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.