We are currently seeking an experienced HR Truck Driver with Plant Operating experience to join our state government client’s road construction team, working across the Narrandera and South West NSW region.
This is a great opportunity for a candidate with a HR licence and experience operating earthmoving plant to work as part of a skilled construction crew delivering essential road infrastructure works.
The role will involve operating a range of plant, including loaders, water carts and rollers, while also assisting with general road construction and labouring activities as required. The position will commence on 7 September 2026 and run through to 18 December 2026, with the potential for further extension.
The role operates on a 9-day fortnight, working 8.5 hours per day and 76 hours per fortnight.
Please note: Camping away is a requirement of this position. When working away from the depot (Narrandera based), accommodation will be provided when camping is required. When based from the depot, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing their own accommodation.
Duties
- Operate an HR vehicles and other heavy vehicles as required.
- Operate a range of earthmoving plant, including loaders, multi rollers, padfoot rollers and smooth drum rollers.
- Operate a mixer and other plant as required across road construction projects.
- Assist with road construction and maintenance activities.
- Undertake general labouring duties as part of the construction crew.
- Complete routine pre-start checks and ensure all plant and vehicles are operated safely.
- Travel between project locations as required.
- Work as part of a team to complete road construction projects safely and efficiently.
Skills and Experience
- Current HR driver's licence – essential.
- White Card.
- Work on Foot (WOF) qualification.
- Traffic Control (TC) qualification, or willingness to obtain.
- Demonstrated experience operating loaders and rollers, with experience across multi, padfoot and smooth drum rollers highly regarded.
- Experience operating a water cart and/or other heavy plant.
- Demonstrated plant operating skills and experience.
- Willingness to camp away from home – essential.
- Ability to travel between project locations across the South West NSW region.
- Ability to pass a National Police Check.
Benefits
- 9-day fortnight – enjoy a regular day off.
- 8.5-hour working days / 76 hours per fortnight.
- Accommodation provided when camping away from the depot.
How to apply
Sound interesting? We would love to hear from you! Click APPLY NOW to upload a copy of your current resume & cover letter, or call Sienna on 02 6691 9104 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.
