Earthmoving Plant Operator

Position: Earthmoving Plant Operator

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Cairns QLD 4870

Our client is seeking is seeking an Earthmoving Plant Operator to join their team located in Cairns, Far North Queensland.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-operational inspections and safety checks to ensure machinery is in good working order before commencing work.
• Set up and position earthmoving equipment to safely and efficiently undertake excavation, construction and civil works activities.
• Install, remove and change machine attachments and implements as required for specific project tasks and site conditions.
• Operate a range of heavy machinery to perform excavation, trenching, backfilling, site preparation, material handling, earthworks and ground levelling activities.
• Use machine controls to accurately move, load, distribute and compact soil, rock, gravel and other construction materials in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor equipment performance during operation and make adjustments to maximise productivity while maintaining safe work practices.
• Coordinate with supervisors, spotters and other site personnel to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with project schedules.
• Interpret site plans, construction drawings, survey markers and verbal instructions to carry out assigned duties accurately.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks including cleaning, greasing, lubricating, refuelling and conducting minor repairs to plant and equipment.
• Complete daily plant pre-start inspections, maintenance records and associated site documentation.
• Promptly report equipment faults, damage, hazards, incidents and near-misses to the Site Supervisor.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and contribute effectively as part of a construction or civil works team.
• Comply with company policies, environmental requirements, workplace procedures and all relevant health and safety obligations.
• Provide general site support and assist with labouring or operational duties outside primary plant operation responsibilities when required.
• Travel between multiple project sites as directed to support business and operational requirements.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4) or at least one (1) year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications
• Queensland Drivers Licence
• Plant License / competency statement of attainment or competency/logbook for relevant piece of plant
• White card

Experience:

• Have at least two (2) years relevant work experience