Gladstone Ports Corporation – Gladstone QLD

Gladstone Ports Corporation (GPC) is a multi-commodity ports organisation with proud history and strong community connections. Operating across multiple port precincts, GPC plays a vital role in supporting regional prosperity and Queensland’s economic future.

As a Queensland Government Owned Corporation, we are committed to safe, sustainable and efficient port operations while creating value for our customers, communities and stakeholders.

About the Role

We are seeking motivated and safety-focused Production Operators to join our Operations team on a permanent full-time basis across various sites and locations.

Reporting to the Terminal Supervisor and working in a dedicated team, you will be accountable for all bulk material handling for unloading, shiploading and quarry processes within their respective skills set. The role will include machinery operation, inspections, trouble shooting, shipping movements and general labouring work on plant and equipment to support its safe and effective operation.

This is a hands-on operational role working within a high-performing team in a dynamic and safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

- Operate mobile plant and equipment including dozers, loaders, excavators and skid steers
- Support bulk material handling processes including unloading, stockpiling and shiploading
- Conduct routine inspections, pre-starts and operational checks of plant and equipment
- Identify and respond to faults, hazards and operational issues
- Perform general labouring tasks and housekeeping to maintain safe work areas
- Work within established routines,



procedures and operating systems
- Contribute to the safe and efficient execution of daily operational plans
- Comply with safety, environmental and operational policies and procedures
- Communicate effectively with team members and other departments to support operations

What you'll Bring

- Experience operating mobile plant and equipment in a civil, mining, construction or similar environment
- Knowledge of bulk material handling, conveyors or production operations (desirable)
- Demonstrated ability to work safely in a high-risk, safety-focused environment
- Experience conducting equipment inspections and identifying faults or issues
- A strong understanding of operational procedures and work instructions

Licences and Requirements

You will be required to have the following nationally recognised RII Statement of Attainments and Licences:

Mandatory requirements

- C Class Driver's Licence with manual transmission.
- Dozer (Statement of Attainment)
- Front End Loader (Statement of Attainment)
- Excavator (Statement of Attainment)
- Maritime Security Identification Card or the ability to obtain one.
- HR or MC truck licence.
- Road Roller (Statement of Attainment)
- Grader (Statement of Attainment)
- Skid Steer competency.
- First Aid Certificate.

Why Join GPC?

At GPC, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, integrity, respect, collaboration and continuous improvement.

This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic operational environment, build your skills across a range of equipment and processes, and contribute to the movement of commodities that support Queensland’s economy.

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📌 Production Operator (Gladstone)
🏢 Gladstone Ports
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