Senior Industrial Operator

QEST Infrastructure; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

QEST Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Industrial Operator to lead site operations across Queensland. Based between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, you will oversee field activities, mentor junior staff and ensure safety, quality and efficiency on complex construction projects.

Key requirements include at least five years in a senior leadership role, a White Card, a current Heavy Rigid licence, strong communication and organisational skills, and the ability to pass pre-employment medical and

Qualifications

• Ideally, at least five years of experience in a senior leadership role within the industrial sector.
• A genuine commitment to mentoring, supporting and developing team members.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement.
• A valid White Card.
• A current Heavy Rigid driver licence.
• A Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card would be advantageous.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• The ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and any required random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate all plant, equipment and vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Support the Industrial team in the field by monitoring progress and providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Work independently, comply with all safety guidelines and maintain the highest possible level of efficiency.
• Liaise with and assist clients on site as required, ensuring they consistently receive an excellent experience from the QEST team.
• Comply with all company and legislative WHS policies and procedures.
• Work extended hours when required.
• Ensure quality, safety and efficiency standards are consistently met.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to strengthen technical knowledge and field competency.

Skills

Senior leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

White Card

Heavy Rigid licence

Rail Industry Worker card (RIW)

Pre-employment medical

Drug and alcohol testing

Job description

QEST Infrastructure is an Australian-owned company with over 20 years of experience delivering specialist Environmental, Infrastructure, Geotechnical and Industrial expertiseacross Victoria, South Australia and Queensland. With a modern fleet, advanced technology and ISO-certified systems, QEST provides integrated solutions across drilling, underground asset management, surveying, remediation, civil infrastructure, demolition and decommissioning, energy and asset infrastructure, environmental resource management and industrial services.

Backed by over 250 skilled professionals, QEST is driven by safety, innovation and client satisfaction—building lasting partnerships through quality, reliability and technical excellence.

The Role

Due to continued growth and expansion of our Queensland operations, and in particular, our Industrial Division, we are looking for an experienced Senior Industrial Operator to join our growing team based in Luscombe Queensland.

In addition to the usual Operator field work, this role has a leadership component. The successful candidates will have an opportunity to apply their field experience in a leadership capacity to support, train and mentor others.

Working between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, this position will work on a variety of construction and site-based projects.

Role requirements:

Operate all plant, equipment and vehicles safely and efficiently.

Support the Industrial team in the field by monitoring progress and providing mentorship and technical guidance.

Work independently, comply with all safety guidelines and maintain the highest possible level of efficiency.

Liaise with and assist clients on site as required, ensuring they consistently receive an excellent experience from the QEST team.

Comply with all company and legislative WHS policies and procedures.

Work extended hours when required.

Ensure quality, safety and efficiency standards are consistently met.

Participate in ongoing training and development to strengthen technical knowledge and field competency.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Ideally, at least five years of experience in a senior leadership role within the industrial sector.

A genuine commitment to mentoring, supporting and developing team members.

Strong communication and organisational skills.

Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement.

A valid White Card.

A current Heavy Rigid driver licence.

Strong mechanical aptitude.

A Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card would be advantageous.

A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

The ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and any required random drug and alcohol testing.

What’s on offer?

Competitive remuneration – above Award ordinary hourly rates + overtime penalty rates + monthly phone allowance.

RDO every 4 weeks.

Weekly pay cycle.

Training provided - both on the job and external courses.

Genuine opportunity to develop and grow your career.

Flexible workplace that supports employees to achieve a work-life balance.

This is a full-time role and a long-term opportunity within a successful and growing business.