Plant Operator

Hiway are an internationally-recognised brand established in 1986. We're an industry leader in the design and delivery of advanced recycling solutions for pavements in road construction and infrastructure. Our commitment to innovation and environmental sustainability has seen us introduce cutting-edge technologies to the market and develop our own advanced methodologies and products.

Our people truly are the heart of our business. We love to have a bit of fun at work, don't take ourselves too seriously and like to celebrate our successes. We look after our team by offering a competitive benefits package, including annual remuneration reviews, wellness subsidy, birthday vouchers, long service rewards every 5 years (in addition to long service leave), on-going learning through a structured development plan that you choose each year and much more.

We’re a rapidly growing business with many new projects starting for major clients across SA and NT, including main roads, rail, airport and mining works and so we’re looking for quality people to join our team of dedicated road recycling operators.

The Opportunity:
We're looking for Plant Operators experienced in road construction works or other civil construction experience to join our friendly team - which also happens to be an Australian Employer of Choice who genuinely cares about our people!

If you're looking to move into a specialised field in the civil game, this is the opportunity for you.

This role involves operating a range of plant and machinery across NT and SA such as stabilisers, spreader trucks and rollers and assisting with projects as required. You will contribute to keeping everyone safe in the workplace by following company WHS processes, and assist with repair and maintenance activities where you can to keep plant and equipment in tip top shape. You will be a team player, interacting with the Supervisors, Leading Hands and subcontractors to support Hiway in its commitment to delivering high quality work and achieving a high level of customer satisfaction.

Whilst not a FIFO role, this position will require travel away from home for periods of time on site. We pride ourselves in providing our employees with a good work/life balance and consider this in all of our working away rosters.

We offer:
Competitive rates of pay, overtime and allowances
Ongoing, secure employment with an established business
Friendly, supportive team of mates to work with
Opportunities to learn more and grow your skills
Opportunities to advance and gain promotions

Key Skills and Experience:
-Experience in operating civil plant such as Compaction Rollers /Water Carts /spreader trucks
-Current HR drivers' licence
-Civil or Earthmoving experience
-Construction White Card
-A positive attitude and commitment to safety. 
-Be a team player and quality focused. 
-Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. 

Desirable
-Current plant tickets (skid steer, sweeper, loader, watercart, roller, self-propelled aggregate spreader)  advantageous
-Demonstrated experience working in the Stabilisation industry, including experience operating Wirtgen WR240 or WR2400 Stabilisers , or Streumaster Binder Spreaders
-Asphalting or Spray Seal experience
-HC or MC drivers licence will be advantageous 
-Foam bitumen Stabilisation experience