You Control the Mix & We Build the Future

Join us in powering progress, enhancing operations, and making a meaningful impact on the projects we deliver.

Boral are inviting motivated and skilled Plant Operators to join our Talent Community for exciting and rewarding opportunities across the business. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to develop your expertise, your role in operating and maintaining machinery, monitoring production, and supporting critical projects is essential to our success. With full training provided, you’ll be equipped to help drive efficiency and innovation every step of the way.

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Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for safely and efficiently operating fixed and/or mobile plant and equipment to support production and delivery operations
  • Accurate batching of orders to specified mix designs and utilising the docket dispatch system
  • Front-end loader & bobcat operation (subject to operational requirements and segment needs)
  • Control Room operations
  • Day-to-day administration of the plant including stock control of raw materials
  • General yard and plant housekeeping and maintenance

Role Design:

  • Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
  • Working Hours:
    • Standard operating hours: Monday to Friday, 5:30 am to 6:00 pm (subject to operational requirements and segment needs)
    • Ordinary hours: 7.6 hours per day, 38 hours per week
    • Some Boral sites operate 24 hours and 7 days a week
    • Overtime available, including weekends, based on business demand

Why Boral? 

  • Tailored success planning provided that is underpinned by your goals
  • Fully funded certificates and licences (white card, forklift, etc.)
  • Free access for you and your family to health & wellbeing app, Sonder

Learn more about Boral Benefits

Current Plant Operator Jobs

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Plant Operator

  • Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Boral is looking for a batcher/plant operator to accurately batch concrete orders and operate a front-end loader at our Eagle Farm concrete plant.

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Plant Operator - Recycling

  • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Boral Recycling is currently looking for an experienced Weighbridge/Plant Operator to join the team at our Wetherill Park site.

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Batcher

  • Adelaide, SA, Australia

Shape your future with Boral! We’re seeking a Batcher in Marino to support our team and contribute to building something great, with clear opportunities for growth.

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Batcher - Concrete

  • Adelaide, SA, Australia

Batching up a solid career? Join Boral’s Wingfield concrete plant and build something great.

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Plant Operator

  • Launceston & North East, TAS, Australia

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Plant Operator looking to join a market leader at our Launceston Quarry in Tasmania.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most operational roles are covered under a relevant Enterprise Agreement (EA). Pay is based on a combination of experience, with the opportunity to earn overtime, allowances, Rostered Days Off (RDOs), and Saturday rates.

Yes. A current and valid Driver’s Licence (DL) is required for most operational roles. Specific vehicle roles may require additional licence classes (e.g., HR, HC, MC).

The recruitment process typically includes:

  • Online application
  • Interview (in person or virtual)
  • Skills or practical assessments (if applicable)
  • Reference and pre-employment checks

Yes. All required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) will be provided as part of your onboarding.

Absolutely. Boral supports internal movement and growth through structured development and career pathways. Timeframes for internal moves can vary by location and role. To explore what's possible, visit our Career Pathways page or speak with your manager or Talent Acquisition Partner.

New Plant Operators go through a structured onboarding process that includes:

  • Working with a senior Plant Operator or Batcher In-Charge
  • Buddy shifts with an experienced driver
  • Classroom-style induction covering safety, systems, and customer service
  • Verification of Competency (VoC) will be provided, if required, for certain machinery or equipment-based roles