Plant Operator

12 hours ago

Broken Hill NSW, Australia Transport for NSW Full time $40,000 - $80,000 per year
Plant Operator - Broken Hill

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location:
Broken Hill, NSW, AU, 2880

Job reference number: 102108

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $1446.9-$1446.9

You prioritise the safety of yourself and others at work, both physically and mentally.

You've been developing your skills and are ready to work on projects that matter to the people of NSW. You know that quality matters and that delivering results requires a great team.

In this role, you'll:

  • Operate a variety of Plant and Heavy Machinery
  • Perform maintenance and manual labouring at a Plant Operator Grade 3 level - including tasks using plant and equipment and powered and non-powered hand tools when required
  • Work collaboratively with the team including Team Leaders and Works Supervisors to manage the day-to-day operations and tasks as well as resolve issues that may arise
  • Keep up to date with WHS legislation and policies and procedures as it relates to minimising risk and keeping to safe work standards
  • Work a 9 Day Fortnight
  • Travel throughout the region and camp away from home, Monday to Friday, up to 80% on the year

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack

About you

We are looking for an experienced Plant Operator who has the capability to work under limited supervision and has experience in maintaining a safe and injury free workplace for all employees.

Essential Tickets and Licence:

  • White Card
  • NSW Driver Licence
  • Willingness to undertake any legislated or internal licensing or ticketing requirements as directed

Labouring experience in a construction or civil environment and Plant Operator Grade 2 level experience as well as an understanding of local road networks across the district is essential

Experience in operating plant (excavator, bobcat, padfoot/smooth drum roller) as well as other related tickets, traffic Controller Card – or ability to gain within 3 months of employment is advantageous

You will live within 100km radius of the Broken Hill works depot

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This is an in-person, on-site role.

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now

Applications close: 11:59 pm, Tuesday 7th October 2025

For more information about this role, please contact DAVID..NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

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