Plant Operator
Job Description
Brand:  Wamarra
Job Location:  Newcastle Office
Posting Start Date:  30/09/2025
Job Search Category:  Workforce – Trades & Operators

Make it yours

Experience the excitement of building your career in our evolving construction company where people and performance make amazing things happen.

Who we are

We’re Wamarra, an Aboriginal-owned and operated civil and landscaping contractor creating meaningful long-term economic independence and career opportunities for Aboriginal people and their communities.

As a self-performing contractor, we work across a range of sectors, strengthening Aboriginal participation and engagement within the construction industry.

Partnering with Symal, a national construction group, we’re building better futures, together.

Job Description

The Plant Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery and equipment to support construction activities. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant operation of plant assets across various project sites.
With a focus on safety, maintenance, and productivity, the Plant Operator performs daily checks, follows operational procedures, and supports site teams in achieving project milestones.

A career with us

At Wamarra, we’re more than a workplace—we’re a purpose-driven team where your culture, career and community matter. Whether you’re starting out or stepping up, you’ll find a culturally safe space to develop, with genuine support every step of the way.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Wamarra.

  • Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
  • Get ahead: Feel supported from day one—with mentoring, leadership and hands-on opportunities to build skills, find your path and create a lasting impact with confidence. Upskill with practical, project-based training, individually tailored to suit your skills, experience and goals.
  • Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
  • Stay social: People are the core of Wamarra. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our mob.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

As a business that exists to create long-term careers and lasting change for First Nations people in construction, we’re committed to opening doors for any individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine and championing veteran career transitions through Resolve - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

Information at a Glance

Wamarra acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands upon which we work, live and socialise. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who we recognise as Australia’s First Peoples whose cultural practices continue today.