Aligned Plant Hire is a Cairns-based plant hire and civil earthworks business delivering GPS machine control solutions and quality earthworks across Far North Queensland and beyond. We run late-model equipment fit with Trimble machine control and pride ourselves on precision, reliability, and doing the job right the first time.
The Role
We're seeking an experienced operators to join our team on civil construction projects in Cairns and across Far North Queensland. You'll be operating a GPS-equipped excavators or graders to deliver final trim and finished surfaces to tight tolerances on roadworks, subdivisions, and bulk civil projects.
What You'll Be Doing
- Final trim and finished surfaces to design on roadworks, subdivisions and bulk earthworks
- Trimming subgrade, pavements, batters and drainage to tight tolerances
- Daily pre-starts, machine care and reporting
- Working closely with supervisors, surveyors and project teams
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Proven final trim experience on one or both machines
- Relevant tickets/licences and a current White Card
- Strong safety focus and attention to detail
- Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a crew
Highly Desirable:
- Trimble GPS machine control experience (Earthworks, GCS900, or similar)
- Multi-machine capability
- Experience across roadworks, subdivisions, and bulk earthworks
- HR license or above
- Willingness to get out of the machine and help when required
- Happy to work away when required
What's On Offer
- Excellent rates, commensurate based on experience
- Work with a growing local business where your skills are rewarded
- Up-to-date, well-maintained machines with the latest technology
- Opportunities to grow your existing skill set