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How many Heavy Plant Operator jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 21 Heavy Plant Operator jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Heavy Plant Operator do?

Tasks required include:

• Fixes any necessary extensions onto machine and loads machine with asphalt, concrete, bitumen, tar, stone chippings or any other required materials.
• Manipulates levers, pedals and switches to manoeuvre vehicle, regulate angle and height of blades, buckets and hammers and starts conveyor, suction or water spraying system.
• Watches operation and removes any likely obstacle or obstructions.
• Directs refilling of machine hopper and repeats operations as necessary.
• Operates tractors, combine harvesters or other farm vehicles, attaches plough, cultivator or other implements and adjusts depth, speed and height to requirements.
• Drives and operates machinery to plough, fertilise, plant, cultivate or harvest crops.
• Cleans, oils and greases machine and carries out minor repairs.

What are the entry requirements for a Heavy Plant Operator?

No academic qualifications are required. On-the-job training is provided. The appropriate current driving licence will be required for driving on public highways.