Are you looking to develop a career with an established and rewarding company?

Look no further as we are currently seeking applications for an enthusiastic and experienced Plant Operator to join our team in Townsville on a Permanent Full-Time basis with a roster of: Monday to Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm with occasional overtime.

Your Opportunity

As a Plant Operator in our Townsville facility, you will perform a wide and interesting range of duties mainly comprising of:

• Forklift and front-end loader responsibilities
• Operating dry mix and cement bagging machinery
• A high volume of manual handling to help with housekeeping, including shovelling raw materials, and other general housekeeping duties
• Truck loading and unloading
• Perform product testing
• Pallet Sorting
• Perform minor maintenance

What You'll Bring

• White Card
• Valid Forklift License with at least 6 months experience
• Front-end loader experience highly desired
• Ability to perform heavy lifting of up to 20KG
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production line environment
• Strong communication skills
• Sound mechanical aptitude
• A willingness to learn and be open-minded
• Ability to work autonomously and be proactive

Why Join Cement Australia?

• Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together.
• Paid Parental Leave: We offer leave options (12 weeks paid maternity leave, 1 week paid paternal leave) to support your family life, ensuring you can cherish special moments with your loved ones.
• Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on technology and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with sgfleet, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
• Discounted Products: Renovating? DIY’er? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.

Who We Are

Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation’s infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services. With our operations now extending across all states and territories - including expanded manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Western Australia - our national footprint continues to strengthen to support Australia’s growing construction and infrastructure needs.

But we’re more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions.

At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future—driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values.

What Else You Need to Know

• References, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
• Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights.
• Please note: Direct applications only—no agency submissions at this time.

Ready to Build Your Future?

Click Apply Now to take the next step with Australia’s leading cement manufacturer and innovator.

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