Tow Truck Operator & Machinery Transport Operator

Springfield Lakes Towing and Transport Pty Ltd – Darra QLD

Tow Truck Operator & Machinery Transport Operator
About the role

Springfield Lakes Towing and Transport Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and professional Tow Truck Operator / Machinery Transport Operator to join our energetic team. This is a full-time position based in Brisbane.

As a Tow Truck Operator / Machinery Transport Operator, you will play a crucial role in our towing, recovery and heavy transport operations. The position involves the protected and efficient transport, relocation, loading and unloading of vehicles, plant, machinery and heavy equipment across Brisbane, South East Queensland and other locations as required.

You will be responsible for transporting a range of machinery and equipment, including excavators, skid steers, bobcats, loaders, forklifts, generators, rollers, scissor lifts, elevated work platforms, trailers, agricultural equipment, construction equipment and other heavy machinery.

This position requires a strong understanding of load restraint, heavy vehicle operation, machinery handling and workplace safety. You will be expected to represent Springfield Lakes Towing and Transport Pty Ltd professionally while delivering reliable and safe transport services to our customers.

What you'll be doing

- Operating tow trucks, tilt trays, machinery safely and efficiently

- Transporting and relocating cars, trucks, plant, machinery, construction equipment and other heavy items

- Loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment





- Transporting machinery between construction sites, workshops, depots, farms, businesses and customer locations

- Moving machinery such as excavators, bobcats, skid steers, loaders, forklifts, rollers, generators, scissor lifts and other plant equipment

- Operating winches and recovery equipment to safely load non-operational machinery and vehicles

- Inspecting machinery before loading to identify potential damage, leaks, loose components or other issues that may affect safe transportation

- Correctly positioning machinery on the transport vehicle to ensure safe weight distribution and vehicle stability

- Securing machinery using appropriate chains, binders, straps, wheel restraints, blocks and other approved load-restraint equipment

- Conducting load-restraint checks before departure and throughout the journey where required

- Ensuring all loads comply with applicable Queensland road transport, mass, dimension and load-restraint requirement

- Communicating with customers, site managers, contractors, mechanics, police, emergency services and dispatch staff

- Reporting mechanical faults, damage, safety issues and maintenance requirements immediatel

- Following all company procedures,



safe work practices, traffic management requirements and workplace health and safety policies

- Ensuring all machinery and vehicles are transported without damage and delivered safely and on time

- Maintaining a professional and courteous approach when dealing with customers and other road users

Machinery Moving & Transport Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be required to have, or be willing to develop, strong skills in machinery transportation and heavy equipment movements.

Duties may include:

- Moving machinery between construction and civil works sites

- Transporting non-running or damaged machinery

- Loading machinery using hydraulic tilt trays, ramps and winches

- Transporting equipment from auctions, dealers, workshops and storage facilities

- Moving machinery for earthmoving, construction, landscaping and civil contractors

- Relocating plant and equipment between job site

- Safely unloading machinery at the destination and positioning it as directed by the customer or site representative

What we're looking for

- Current and valid Medium Rigid (MR) or Heavy Rigid (HR) driver's licence

- Proven experience operating tow trucks, tilt trays, heavy vehicles or machinery transport vehicles

- Previous experience transporting or moving heavy machinery, plant and equipment is highly regarded

- Strong knowledge of vehicle recovery, towing techniques and safe machinery transport

- Understanding of load restraint and heavy vehicle loading requirements<

📌 Tow & Heavy Machinery Transport Specialist (Brisbane)
🏢 Springfield Lakes Towing & Transport
📍 Brisbane