" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCivil Machinery Operator\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25393\"\u003e Building \u0026amp; Construction \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25394\"\u003e Driver / Operator \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25395\"\u003e QLD Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25396\"\u003e Contract \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 11/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e$46-$50 per hour + penalties + travel allowances\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcavator, Water Cart, Roller, Moxy and Backhoe Operators required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMultiple projects across Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCivil Machinery Operators | Brisbane, Gold Coast \u0026amp; Sunshine Coast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Your New Role\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Co is currently seeking \u003cstrong\u003eCivil Machinery Operators\u003c/strong\u003e to join established Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 contractors delivering major construction projects throughout Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With several projects underway and additional works commencing, we\u0027re recruiting operators across a variety of machinery types and experience levels.\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll have the opportunity to work across subdivisions, road construction, drainage, bulk earthworks and major infrastructure developments. Whether you specialise in operating one type of machinery or have experience across multiple machines, we have positions available to suit your background.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWe\u0027re Currently Recruiting:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcavator Operators\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; General excavation, trenching, drainage and GPS Final Trim\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Cart Operators\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Dust suppression, water distribution and site maintenance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoller Operators\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Compaction works across roads, subdivisions and earthworks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoxy Operators\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Articulated dump truck operations and bulk material movement\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackhoe Operators\u003c/strong\u003e \u0026ndash; Excavation, trenching and general civil construction activities\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e These opportunities offer \u003cstrong\u003e$46\u0026ndash;$50 per hour + penalties + travel allowances\u003c/strong\u003e, with immediate starts and long-term work available across selected projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive hourly rates of $46\u0026ndash;$50 + penalties + travel allowances\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImmediate commencement available across multiple sites\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOngoing work with established civil construction contractors\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProjects throughout Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsistent Monday\u0026ndash;Friday hours with overtime opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVariety of machinery and operating positions available\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork across subdivisions, roadworks, drainage and bulk earthworks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunities with Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 civil contractors\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term employment potential with established project pipelines\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunities to develop additional machinery operating experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSafely operate civil construction machinery relevant to your experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplete excavation, earthmoving, compaction or material transport duties\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport subdivision, roadworks and major infrastructure activities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssist with drainage, trenching and general site preparation where required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow construction plans, site markings and Supervisor instructions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork safely alongside Labourers, Pipelayers and other Plant Operators\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConduct daily pre-start inspections and equipment checks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify and report machinery faults or maintenance requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate daily activities with Site Supervisors and Leading Hands\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain compliance with workplace health and safety procedures\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Experience We\u0027re Looking For\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience operating machinery within civil construction\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience operating \u003cstrong\u003eExcavators, Water Carts, Rollers, Moxys or Backhoes\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelevant \u003cstrong\u003eRII machinery tickets or competencies\u003c/strong\u003e for your nominated equipment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent \u003cstrong\u003eConstruction White Card\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience across subdivisions, roadworks or bulk earthworks\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to safely operate around other machinery and ground crews\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of civil site procedures and safe operating practices\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable transport to project locations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDependable attendance and strong communication skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWillingness to work as part of an experienced civil construction team\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHighly Regarded\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGPS Final Trim experience using \u003cstrong\u003eTrimble and/or Topcon\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMultiple RII machinery tickets and multi-skilled operating experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience on major infrastructure or subdivision projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience operating different machinery sizes and models\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDon\u0027t operate every machine listed?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat\u0027s completely fine! We\u0027re recruiting for a variety of positions, and you only need the relevant experience and competencies for the machinery you\u0027re applying to operate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Your Team\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll work alongside experienced Site Supervisors, Leading Hands, Excavator Operators, Pipelayers and Civil Labourers. Daily responsibilities, machinery requirements and crew structures will vary depending on the project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Smith \u0026amp; Co Recruitment\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmith \u0026amp; Co Recruitment partners with reputable civil contractors throughout South East Queensland, connecting experienced machinery operators with ongoing opportunities across subdivisions, road construction, drainage, bulk earthworks and major infrastructure projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With multiple clients and active sites, we aim to match your machinery experience, preferred location and career goals with suitable opportunities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e If you\u0027re an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eCivil Machinery Operator\u003c/strong\u003e looking for consistent hours, competitive rates and long-term work, click \u003cstrong\u003eApply Now\u003c/strong\u003e to discuss current opportunities across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuestions?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor more information or assistance with your application, contact \u003cstrong\u003eAshton\u003c/strong\u003e on \u003cstrong\u003e0457 418 571\u003c/strong\u003e or email \u003cstrong\u003eashton@smithandco.net.au\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We aim to respond to applications within \u003cstrong\u003e1\u0026ndash;2 business days\u003c/strong\u003e. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"926206\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "