Southern Pacific Sands is a leading supplier of premium washed silica sand, bio-retention filtration media, soil products and quality ready-mixed concrete across Brisbane and South East Queensland.
We're looking for a reliable, safety-focused Dredge Operator to join our production team. Whether you're an experienced dredge operator or come from a strong earthmoving background and are keen to learn, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a hands-on role operating our dredging equipment, along with supporting land-based operations using loaders, excavators and dump trucks when required. You'll be part of a small, close-knit team working across multiple dredges in a dynamic production environment.
Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 11-12 Hour Days | Home Every Night
If you're looking for stable, long-term work with a growing local company that values its people, this could be the opportunity for you.
Dredge Operator – Join the SPS Team!
What you'll be doing
- Operating and monitoring dredging equipment safely and efficiently
- Working across multiple dredge sites and systems
- Operating loaders, excavators and dump trucks as required
- Assisting with daily production activities and site maintenance
- Conducting pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks
- Following all safety, environmental and operational procedures
- Working closely with a small team to achieve production targets
What we're looking for
- Commitment to safe work practices
- Previous experience operating mobile plant such as loaders, excavators or dump trucks
- Dredging experience highly regarded but not essential
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of your work
- Strong reliability and work ethic
- Current driver's licence
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
Why join Southern Pacific Sands?
- Stable, full-time employment with a growing business
- Opportunity to learn and develop specialised dredging skills
- Training provided for the right candidate
- Diverse role across dredging and land-based operations
- Modern, well-maintained equipment
- Small team environment with genuine autonomy
- Strong earning potential through consistent hours
- Home every night and weekends with your family
- Uniform and PPE provided
- Safety-first culture focused on looking after our people
We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys operating equipment and wants to build a long-term career with a local business.
Ready to join the SPS team?
If you're an experienced dredge operator or an earthmoving operator looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Southern Pacific Sands is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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Dredge Operator in Brisbane employer: Southern Pacific Sands
Southern Pacific Sands is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative team environment where you can truly make a difference in workplace safety. With opportunities for career development and a hands-on role that combines site-based work with administration, you'll be empowered to engage with employees across various operational environments in Brisbane and Southeast Queensland. Join us to contribute to a positive safety-first culture while advancing your career in Workplace Health & Safety.
