Why Townsville?

Imagine finishing work and heading to the beach, fishing, exploring Magnetic Island or enjoying the relaxed North Queensland lifestyle.

Townsville offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle, with year-round warm weather, beautiful beaches, outdoor activities and a relaxed regional lifestyle.

Whether you're looking for a permanent sea change or simply want to experience something different, Townsville is a fantastic place to call home.

About RMS Engineering & Construction

At RMS, we take pride in delivering high-quality civil construction and infrastructure projects that make a lasting difference to the communities where we live and work.

Our reputation is built on safety, quality, reliability and the expertise of our people.

With continued growth and secured projects ahead, we're looking for experienced operators who want to become part of a strong and growing team.

About the Role

As a Final Trim Grader Operator, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality earthworks and finished surfaces across a range of civil construction projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Operating graders to civil final trim tolerances.

- Reading and interpreting plans, drawings and levels.

- Producing high-quality finished surfaces for roads and civil infrastructure.

- Working accurately to design levels and project specifications.

- Completing daily pre-start inspections.

- Working safely and efficiently as part of an experienced civil construction team.

- Maintaining a high standard of workmanship while meeting project deadlines.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Current RII Grader competency.

- Demonstrated experience operating graders to final trim standard.

- Experience across roadworks,



subdivisions or large-scale civil infrastructure projects.

- The ability to accurately work to design levels and specifications.

- Construction White Card.

- Current driver's licence and reliable transport.

- A strong commitment to safety, quality and getting the job done right.

- Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical, functional assessment and drug & alcohol screening.

What We Offer

- Long-term, secure work in the Townsville region.

- Competitive hourly rates + applicable penalties.

- Permanent employment opportunity for the right person.

- Immediate start available.

- Ongoing work across a diverse range of civil construction projects.

- Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture.

- Opportunity to work with a growing North Queensland civil construction company.

- A genuine opportunity to relocate to Townsville and build a long-term career with RMS.

- Company vehicle to use after qualifying period is met

Thinking About Relocating?

We understand that relocating interstate is a big decision.

That's why we're looking for people who aren't just looking for their next job but are interested in making a lifestyle change and building a future in North Queensland.

If you're an experienced Final Trim Grader Operator currently based anywhere in Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Come for the career opportunity. Stay for the lifestyle.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Final Trim Grader Operator ready for a current challenge and interested in making the move to sunny Townsville, submit your resume through SEEK today.

Please Note

- No unsolicited recruitment agencies or third-party applications will be accepted.

- Applicants must currently reside in Australia and hold valid Australian working rights.

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