Yard Hand

Di Mattia Transport; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunity

Diverse civil and rail projects

Hands-on training and career dev

Job summary

Di Mattia Transport is seeking a hands-on Plant Operator-in-training for immediate start at our St Marys, NSW site. You will wash, inspect, and assist with maintenance of civil and rail plant, loaders, and heavy equipment. A valid licence and physical fitness are essential as you grow toward a full Plant Operator role.

Join a team that values safety, organisation, and on-the-job learning with exposure to diverse civil and rail projects and clear career progression pathways.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (essential).
• Familiarity with civil and rail plant (loaders, excavators, etc.).
• Mechanically minded with ability to spot issues and perform minor fixes.
• Reliable, physically fit, and keen to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Wash and detail civil and rail plant and equipment to site-ready standards.
• Perform routine checks and carry out minor mechanical repairs.
• Assist with loading/unloading gear and managing yard inventory.
• Work around and assist with loaders, excavators, rail-specific plant, and other heavy machinery.
• Support a safety-first culture and keep the yard clean, organised, and compliant.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Civil & rail plant familiarity

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability & physical fitness

Willingness to learn & progress

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Wash and detail civil and rail plant and equipment to site-ready standards

Perform routine checks and carry out minor mechanical repairs

Assist with loading/unloading gear and managing yard inventory

Work around and assist with loaders, excavators, rail-specific plant, and other heavy machinery

Support a safety-first culture and keep the yard clean, organised, and compliant

Requirements:

• Valid driver's licence (essential)


• Familiarity with civil and rail plant (loaders, excavators, etc.)


• Mechanically minded with the ability to spot issues and perform minor fixes


• Reliable, physically fit, and keen to work in a fast-paced environment


• Willingness to learn and progress into a Plant Operator role over time

What We Offer:

Long-term opportunity in a growing team

Exposure to diverse civil and rail projects

Hands-on training and career development

Supportive environment with potential for upskilling and operator tickets

Location:

St Marys, NSW
Start Date: Immediate
Full-time role | Great team culture | Career pathway

If you’re motivated, hard-working, and ready to take the next step in the civil and rail industry, we want to hear from you!