Construction Officer / Plant Operator
Location
Ballina, New South Wales
Category
Drivers & Operators
Salary
Posted
17-Sep-2025
Work type
Casual/Temp
Contact
Sienna Buch
Reference
176640
About the Role
We’re looking for a Construction Officer / Plant Operator to join the team on a temporary basis, supporting the construction and maintenance of vital water and wastewater infrastructure. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on skills in plant operation and physical labour, who enjoys working outdoors and contributing to public service projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate plant and machinery including backhoes, tipper trucks, and front-end loaders
- Assist with constructing and maintaining water and wastewater systems
- Perform physical labour and site preparations as required
- Work safely and efficiently on site in accordance with industry standards
- Support team members in delivering high-quality infrastructure services
The ideal candidate will be a motivated, safety-conscious worker with relevant experience and a positive attitude. You’ll need to demonstrate a strong work ethic, team spirit, and a commitment to safety.
You’ll need:
- Experience operating plant such as backhoes, tipper trucks, or loaders
- Ability to perform physical labour and work outdoors in various conditions
- Class C driver licence and white card
- Current immunisations against Hepatitis A and B (or willingness to get vaccinated)
Sound interesting? We would love to hear from you! Click APPLY NOW to upload a copy of your current resume & cover letter, or contact Neva Niland on 02 6691 9101 for a confidential discussion.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.