Mobile Plant Supervisor
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COLAS Australia is seeking an experienced Mobile Plant Supervisor to oversee asphalt production across Central Queensland, based in Rockhampton between campaigns. The role involves operating the asphalt plant and loader, leading production staff, coordinating material deliveries, scheduling maintenance, and monitoring dust emissions to satisfy WHS and environmental requirements. Shifts rotate to include day and night work, with weekends and overtime as needed. Essential: valid driver’s licence, forklift licence, white card; proven experience in asphalt, manufacturing, civil road construction or bitumen. How to apply: tailor your resume to highlight leadership, maintenance planning, emissions control, safety compliance, and a track record of meeting deadlines; include references and licenses.
COLAS Australia, a leader in the Road Construction and Maintenance Industry, continues to expand its operations throughout Australia and New Zealand as a company which is now supported locally by over 700 employees, across 15 work sites in 5 states. Colas is a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group which includes over 200,000 staff worldwide.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Mobile Plant Supervisor to join our team & assist with the day-to-day activities within our Asphalt production facility. The role will primarily involve operating our plant/s around Central Queensland and will be based back in Rockhampton after each campaign. Shifts will rotate and you will be required to work both day and night shift plus some weekends and overtime as needed.
Key responsibilities include:
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Operate the Asphalt Plant & Loader
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Lead the asphalt plant production staff
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Ordering and scheduling raw material deliveries
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Identifying & scoping maintenance requirements
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Obtaining quotations from suitably qualified suppliers to undertake maintenance works
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Scheduling and completing Plant maintenance
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Ensure that point source and fugitive dust emissions from the asphalt plant are monitored and action taken if excessive emissions are noted
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Ensure all safety rules stipulated in relevant legislation and regulations including Colas requirements and site-specific instructions are observed
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Complete workplace inspections as required
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Other duties as required
The successful candidate will hold:
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Valid Driver's Licence
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Forklift Licence
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White Card
Essential attributes:
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Previous experience in Asphalt, Manufacturing, Civil Road Construction or Bitumen industry or equivalent
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Able to work as an effective operator and part of a team
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Able to work efficiently and to deadlines including overtime when required
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Able to accurately complete all paperwork
Desired attributes:
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Understanding of WHS&E Legislation, Dangerous Goods Legislation, and safety requirements for Asphalt
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Knowledge of the use of bitumen and bitumen specialty products
Culture and Benefits
At COLAS Australia our people are vital to our success. Our employees make us different and set us apart from our competitors. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop visionary, talented, and passionate individuals. Our people are central to everything we do.
The successful applicant will be rewarded with:
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A competitive salary + allowances
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Corporate fitness program + discounts on healthy foods, supplements, active wear, self-care products & MORE!
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Paid Parental Leave Program
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Life insurance & health care benefits
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Employee recognition & assistance programs
Colas Australia Group does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Colas Australia Group will not pay any placement fees relating to unsolicited resume referrals.
“Colas Australia are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander & people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply”
Successful applicants will be contacted via phone.
To view more: www.colas.com.au/job-vacancies/