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What this job is
Mobile plant operators in this category operate specialised mobile machinery and equipment not elsewhere classified, such as cherry pickers, scissor lifts, boom lifts, telehandlers, and other elevated work platforms on construction sites, maintenance projects, and industrial facilities. They position and manoeuvre equipment safely, operate hydraulic and mechanical controls, and ensure compliance with Safe Work Australia standards and site-specific safety protocols. The role involves working independently or as part of a crew, assessing ground conditions and load capacity, and communicating with ground personnel and supervisors via radio or hand signals.
Pay
A$1,696 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Active Listeningcore
- Adaptability and Flexibilitycore
- Attention to Detailcore
- Dispatch Documentationcore
- Incident Reportingcore
- Policy and Procedure Adherencecore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Workload Self-Managementcore
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracy
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Delivery Scheduling
- Driver and Courier Liaison
- Process Improvement Identification
- WorkCover Administration
- Written Communication