Plant Operators and Labourers

McCosker Contracting; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Recognition Awards

Corporate Health Insurance Discounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Discounted Qantas Club Membership

Job summary

McCosker Contracting in Cairns is seeking expressions of interest for multi-skilled Plant Operators and Labourers. The position offers a casual flat rate pay between $60 to $70 per hour, depending on skills and experience, with a roster of two weeks on and one week off.

Candidates should possess a valid Manual Driver Licence and Construction Industry Card (White/Blue). We are looking for individuals with a strong safety mindset, excellent communication skills, and a reliable, self-motivated

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Manual Driver Licence.
• Hold a Construction Industry Card (White/Blue).
• Willingness to complete medical assessments and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate various heavy machinery including excavators and dozers.
• Follow safety protocols and instructions effectively.
• Maintaining a strong safety mindset while on the job.

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability

Education

Manual Driver Licence

Construction Industry Card (White/Blue)

Job description

Expressions of Interest – Multi‑Skilled Plant Operators and Labourers

Location: Cairns, Queensland

Start Date: Immediate

Roster: 2 weeks on, 1 week off

Pay: Casual Flat Rate ($60-$70 per hour), rate based on skills and experience

McCosker Contracting is seeking expressions of interest for skilled and safety-focused plant operators and labourers.

We are looking for the following: Excavator (incl final trim), Dozer, Grader, Roller, Loader, HR Truck, Articulated Dump Truck, Compactor, Watercart, Service Cart, Telehandler and Labourer

What You’ll Need:

• Manual Driver Licence
• Construction Industry Card (White/Blue)
• Willingness to complete medical assessments, drug & alcohol screening, and inductions

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong safety mindset
• Reliable and self‑motivated attitude
• Team player with great communication skills
• Respectful, honest, and ready to lead by example
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently

Why McCosker?

• Monthly Recognition Awards
• Corporate Health Insurance Discounts
• Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programs
• Discounted Qantas Club Membership

About Us

McCosker Contracting is a leader in civil construction, proudly servicing mining, gas, industrial, and infrastructure sectors across Australia. Based in Gladstone, we’re a team of empowered individuals working together to deliver outstanding results — with integrity, respect, and a commitment to safety.

You can learn more about McCosker Contracting here:

https://www.mccoskers.com.au/

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