We are currently looking for a Mobile Plant Operator to join our Signalling Projects Team on a full-time, permanent basis. Reporting to the Civil Leading Hand, you will be responsible for operating a variety of mobile plant machines in and around our rail network for the safe installation of Signalling Civil equipment.

 

In this role you will be part of a team responsible for carrying out the civil installation of wayside signalling equipment and mainline pit and pipe across our metro and regional network. The role is offered on a Monday-to-Monday roster, 8 days on, 6 days off, based out of our Midland Depot.

Key Responsibilities for the role include:

• Ability to operate a range of Excavators, Backhoes and skid steers.
• Ability to drive tool trucks, tip trucks and truck-trailer combos.
• Adhere to safety regulations, conducting pre-start inspections and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Material loading, unloading and transporting materials using machinery, often in conjunction with manual labour.
• Effectively communicating with supervisors, other team members, about work progress, issues, or safety concerns. 

 

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Demonstrated commitment to Arc HSE management system.
• Experience and certification in the operation and operational maintenance of the above plant (Excavator, Backhoe and Skidsteer).
• HR licence with the ability to acquire a HC licence, endorsed by Arc Infrastructure.
• Flexibility to work away from home on a regular basis.
• Pass a pre-employment medical, Drug & Alcohol Test and Police Clearance.
• Basic computer skills.
• First Aid and CPR certificate.

 

Working at Arc Infrastructure

Working with us means working in a team environment where each person and team is valued for the diverse skills, ideas and experiences they bring. We promote a work environment that is characterised by personal accountability, mutual trust and respect and a genuine interest in employees.  We understand our employees are the key to our success and as a team, our focus is to ensure they feel safe, valued and fulfilled in the work that they do. We provide a range of employee benefits including:

• flexible working arrangements
• professional development opportunities 
• competitive remuneration based on skills and experience
• purchased additional annual leave
• health and wellbeing initiatives including
  • $299 annual subsidy
  • flu shots
  • skin cancer checks
• paid parental leave 
• staff discounts and rewards program
• novated leasing 

To learn more about Arc Infrastructure visit www.arcinfra.com/Careers

How to apply

If this looks like the role for you, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete the online application. General queries can be directed to recruitment@arcinfra.com. Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications.

Arc Infrastructure is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates.

Applications close on 26 August 2025

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