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Port of Townsville

Operator Labourer

Trades & Services / Labourers

Posted 29/05/2026
Closes 12/06/2026

Northern QLD, Queensland

Full time

Not specified

Primary purpose of position

The Operator/Labourer is responsible for supporting the Maintenance team in maintaining Port infrastructure and assets necessary to complete all Port works programs effectively and efficiently.

Position specific responsibilities

·       Maintain the Port’s wharves and equipment, boat ramps, boat moorings and navigational leads etc.

·       Operate the Port’s floating plant and equipment; mobile plant and machinery

·       Carry out structural/mechanical repairs, maintenance and installation/commissioning to Port plant, equipment and services

·       Ensure the prompt repair of breakdowns to miscellaneous plant as it arises

·       Provide and maintain records of time and materials utilised, prepare materials lists, complete and return inspection check sheets, comply with maintenance and service schedules and report schedule deficiencies

·       Actively provide positive input and solve day-to-day job problems and establish and improve work methods in the course of maintenance and repair work

·       Ensure compliance of the Port’s use of TAKE 5 and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) with all tasks and assist with Job Safety Environmental Analysis (JSEA’s) when required

·       Perform periodic inspections and testing of emergency equipment including oil pollution equipment, fixed and mobile plant to ensure equipment is fully functional

·       Participate in port emergency responses and associated training as directed to assist with successful restoration of the Port back to an operating capacity in the event of an emergency

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