(Urgent) Machine Operator

3 days ago

Council of the City of Sydney, Australia Connect People Full time

We are seeking experienced Machine Operators with an MC licence to support cable installation, civil works, and plant operations on the Telstra Inter City Fibre Network (ICF) Project, installing optic fibre cables across rural and remote regions of Australia. This large-scale project plays a key role in improving connectivity across regional communities.

About the Role

You’ll be working in rural areas across NSW and be required to work 10–12‑hour days. You will receive a generous living away from home allowance whilst travelling along with working alongside an inclusive site team.

This is a hands‑on role that involves operating heavy machinery, performing civil repairs, and contributing to the overall delivery of the fibre network.

Key Details

- Location: Currently in Orroroo, site location changes.

- Roster: 21 days on / 7 days off

- Hours: 12‑hour shifts

- Accommodation:

- Provided with $120/day allowance, or

- Organise your own accommodation and receive $276/day allowance

Key Responsibilities

- Operate and drive MC vehicles for material and equipment transport

- Rod, rope, and haul fibre optic cables (manual and mechanical methods)

- Conduct quality checks on cable installation

- Perform civil works including repairing blockages and excavations

- Operate a range of machinery – dozer, excavator, vacuum truck, winch, mobile crane, HR truck

- General labouring – cutting and repairing fences, hand and mechanical excavation

Qualifications & Experience

- MC Licence - Mandatory

- Construction White Card - Mandatory

- Experience operating large machinery - Mandatory

- Excavator and/or Dozer Operator Ticket (and VOC)

- Pit, Pipe & Cable Hauling Certification

- Working Safely at Heights

- High Risk Licence

- Vehicle Loading Crane Ticket

Who This Role Suits

This is not an office job — it’s for someone who enjoys working outdoors in the elements. You’ll experience hot conditions, remote landscapes, and plenty of travel. If you’re hardworking, reliable, and enjoy the sense of accomplishment that comes from building something that connects communities — this role is for you.

Diversity & Inclusion

Connect People values the diverse experiences, talents, and cultures of their people and is committed to providing an inclusive, safe, and supportive workplace. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQI+ individuals, women, veterans and their families, and people with disabilities.

Sound like you?

If this sounds like and you would like to help build on our Good Work culture, then we would like to hear from you. If you meet the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.

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