Plant Operator Labourer

5 hours ago


Port Hedland, Australia Town of Port Hedland Full time $90,000 - $100,000 per year

Plant Operator Labourer - Works & Services

Level 2 - $90,851.83 per annum ($45.98 per hour) including $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance + 12% Superannuation

Full-Time | Permanent Role - 76 Hour Fortnight Roster

The Role

Enjoy the perks of working 6.00 am to 3.00 pm, Monday to Friday, and a 9-day fortnight roster with the added bonus of accruing a Regular Day Off on either a Friday or Monday.

In this Full-Time role, you'll be instrumental in delivering maintenance services across the town, handling road maintenance, drainage, and other essential infrastructure projects.

You will safely operate and maintain a range of plant equipment, which may include graders, loaders, and skid steers-while ensuring all gear, including personal protective equipment, is used correctly in line with manufacturer instructions and our internal safety procedures.

This position offers a unique blend of plant operation and labouring, making it ideal for hardworking team players who thrive on variety in their workday.

For further information, please view the attached position description.

Please note, this is not a FIFO opportunity.

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

  • Current HR/MC class driver's licence
  • Experience operating plant equipment such as Skid Steer/Loaders/Excavators
  • White Card
  • National Police Clearance
  • Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

  • 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • 12% Superannuation - with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
  • Port Hedland Allowance - $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance is built into the specified salary to support with living expenses
  • Wellness program (includes $300 wellness card upon successful probationary period, free gym membership, access to pools etc.)
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Opportunity to increase your take home pay through salary packaging
  • Access to our trusted EAP service for yourself and your family
  • Paid parental leave

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact .au.

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Sunday 9th November 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.



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