Plant Operator

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, safety-focused operator to join our Salisbury Plain based team. In this role, you will work across a diverse portfolio of civil projects, featuring regular travel and site deployment opportunities throughout regional and metropolitan South Australia & Northern Territory.

The successful candidate will possess a proven track record in the safe and efficient operation of Streumaster Spreader Trucks & Wirtgen Stabilisers.

What's on offer:

• Structured Development: Individualised, robust training plans reviewed annually to support your career path.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive hourly rates supplemented by overtime and applicable industry allowances.
• Travel Subsidies: A generous living-away-from-home allowance for every night deployed on-site.
• Work-Life Balance: A supportive leadership team dedicated to fostering a positive, balanced work culture.

What's Required:

• Licensing & Compliance: A valid Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence.
• Mobility: The capability and flexibility to travel and work away from home routinely.
• Safety Alignment: A strong, demonstrated commitment to achieving a 'Zero Harm' workplace.
• Industry Experience: Prior experience in road construction, with a strong emphasis on road rehabilitation and maintenance.
• Tickets & Technical Knowledge: Relevant plant tickets and basic mechanical aptitude.

To ensure the safety of our operations, appointment to this position is subject to passing a pre-employment medical and fitness evaluation. All personnel must also adhere to our company drug and alcohol policy, which includes routine testing throughout the duration of employment.

About us:

Hiway has an incredible company culture which is strengthened by inclusion, diversity, supportive teams and a people-first approach.  Our values of Pride, Honesty, Respect and Drive are what we live and breathe.  We welcome applications from Indigenous Australians and people from diverse backgrounds and beliefs.

If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't 100% match the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway – we look beyond simply ticking boxes.  We’re also great at what we do and we’re not shy about it – apply now to become part of #TeamHiway and experience our amazing culture for yourself!

Interested? Click the "Apply" button below to submit your application and become a part of the Hiway team.

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