Water Cart Operator - Landscape & Civil (OT)

Soak It; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Soak It on the Sunshine Coast is seeking an experienced Water Cart Operator to support landscape construction and maintenance projects across the Sunshine Coast and surrounding areas.

This hands-on role requires operating HR water carts, providing precise watering for new plantings, turf, trees and garden areas, and coordinating watering routes across multiple sites. You will work independently and with foremen to keep equipment and sites running smoothly.

Qualifications

• HR licence and Queensland manual licence required.
• Construction White Card is essential.
• Experience operating HR water carts is expected.
• Knowledge of safe operation around active construction sites is required.
• Reliable and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate HR/MR water carts on landscape construction and maintenance sites.
• Provide controlled watering of newly planted landscapes, turf, trees and established garden areas.
• Manage watering runs across multiple sites, coordinating with foremen and site teams.
• Safely access water supplies, fill tanks and operate water cart equipment.
• Complete pre-start inspections and maintain daily records and site documentation.
• Lend a hand with general landscaping tasks when required.

Skills

Water cart operation

Safety-conscious

Independent worker

Mechanical aptitude

Education

HR licence (HR)

Queensland manual licence

Construction White Card

Standpipe ticket

Certificate III in Horticulture/Landscaping

Job description

Soak It on the Sunshine Coast is seeking an experienced Water Cart Operator to support landscape construction and maintenance projects across the Sunshine Coast and surrounding areas.

This hands-on role requires operating HR water carts, providing precise watering for new plantings, turf, trees and garden areas, and coordinating watering routes across multiple sites. You will work independently and with foremen to keep equipment and sites running smoothly.