Job Description
Employment Type
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Closing Date
12 May 2026 11:59pm
Job Title
Heavy Plant Operator
Job Summary
Job Description
Who We Are
We're an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. We're all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.
This includes making Telstra the place you want to work. For you, that means a having career that grows with you and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritises wellbeing and choice.
Focus of the Role
As Heavy Plant Operator, you will undertake the full range of end to end installation with the construction of Optical Fibre cable to meet our customers expectations with limited supervision or direction.
What We Offer
Flex appeal: choose where, when and how you work
Performance-related pay
Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.
Purchased annual leave scheme
Additional Telstra day off
Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)
What You’ll Do
Telstra InfraCo - Operations & Asset Management oversees Telstra's operations and asset management functions.
This role is a Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity for 18 months
Roster- 18 days on/ 10 nights off (travel in work time)
Achieve faultless end to end construction of Optical Fibre cable, provisioning and maintenance of the customer access network and associated infrastructure through compliance to prescribed standards, practices and procedures, and to the full satisfaction of customers expectation.
Plan and undertake planned activities associated to infrastructure maintenance and upgrades, through compliance to prescribed standards, practices and procedures within given time lines
You will work within a team environment contributing to the delivery of a premium level of service to our customers by ensuring all work is undertaken in a timely and cost effective manner, meeting set quality standards and customer commitments.
You will establish and maintain effective working relationships with your peers and key internal and external stakeholders relevant to the achievement of business performance objectives
HSE Responsibility: Take reasonable care for your own safety and the safety of others, comply with and implement any reasonable Telstra HSE instruction, policy, standard, minimum requirement or procedure, and support Telstra to meet its duties under the relevant safety and environmental legislation.
Work in accordance with a continuous work roster of 18 nights away 10 nights home.
You will always maintain network integrity. ‘Always on”
About You
The Following skills and experience will help you to be successful in this role:
Heavy Plant knowledge and operating experience with Dozers, Excavators, Backhoe’s.
Ripping
Understanding/willing to learn Plough Dozer
Re-instating/clearing.
Manual labour duties associated with Plough construction- Pit and Pipe Install, Rod and Roping, Marker Post Installation, Re-Establishing property owner infrastructure fences, irrigation, Cleaning and Greasing heavy machinery for daily operations.
Truck Licence, HR-C (combination) essential. Maintain logbook for all truck driving duties required.
Highly Desirable
Backhoe RII ticket - highly desirable
Excavator RII ticket - highly desirable but not essential.
Dozer RII Ticket
If you are looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!
As part of your application with Telstra, you may receive communications from us on +61 XXXXXX (for job applications in Australia) and +1 (623) 400-7726 (for job applications in the Philippines and India).
When you join our team, you become part of a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected, valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from various backgrounds, ethnicities, genders and disabilities because we know that diversity not only strengthens our team but also enriches our work. We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind, and we prioritise creating a workplace culture where everyone is safe and can thrive.
As part of the hiring process, all identified candidates will undergo a background check, and the results will play a role in the final decision regarding your application.
We work flexibly at Telstra. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. When you apply, you can share your pronouns and / or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the recruitment process.
We are aware of current limitations with our website accessibility and are working towards improving this. Should you experience any issues accessing information or the application form, and require this in an alternate format, please contact our Talent Acquisition team on DisabilityandAccessibility@team.telstra.com or via the additional contact options found at www.telstra.com.au/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/disability-employment
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Closing Date
12 May 2026 11:59pm
Job Title
Heavy Plant Operator
Job Summary
Job Description
Who We Are
We're an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. We're all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.
This includes making Telstra the place you want to work. For you, that means a having career that grows with you and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritises wellbeing and choice.
Focus of the Role
As Heavy Plant Operator, you will undertake the full range of end to end installation with the construction of Optical Fibre cable to meet our customers expectations with limited supervision or direction.
What We Offer
Flex appeal: choose where, when and how you work
Performance-related pay
Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.
Purchased annual leave scheme
Additional Telstra day off
Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)
What You’ll Do
Telstra InfraCo - Operations & Asset Management oversees Telstra's operations and asset management functions.
This role is a Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity for 18 months
Roster- 18 days on/ 10 nights off (travel in work time)
Achieve faultless end to end construction of Optical Fibre cable, provisioning and maintenance of the customer access network and associated infrastructure through compliance to prescribed standards, practices and procedures, and to the full satisfaction of customers expectation.
Plan and undertake planned activities associated to infrastructure maintenance and upgrades, through compliance to prescribed standards, practices and procedures within given time lines
You will work within a team environment contributing to the delivery of a premium level of service to our customers by ensuring all work is undertaken in a timely and cost effective manner, meeting set quality standards and customer commitments.
You will establish and maintain effective working relationships with your peers and key internal and external stakeholders relevant to the achievement of business performance objectives
HSE Responsibility: Take reasonable care for your own safety and the safety of others, comply with and implement any reasonable Telstra HSE instruction, policy, standard, minimum requirement or procedure, and support Telstra to meet its duties under the relevant safety and environmental legislation.
Work in accordance with a continuous work roster of 18 nights away 10 nights home.
You will always maintain network integrity. ‘Always on”
About You
The Following skills and experience will help you to be successful in this role:
Heavy Plant knowledge and operating experience with Dozers, Excavators, Backhoe’s.
Ripping
Understanding/willing to learn Plough Dozer
Re-instating/clearing.
Manual labour duties associated with Plough construction- Pit and Pipe Install, Rod and Roping, Marker Post Installation, Re-Establishing property owner infrastructure fences, irrigation, Cleaning and Greasing heavy machinery for daily operations.
Truck Licence, HR-C (combination) essential. Maintain logbook for all truck driving duties required.
Highly Desirable
Backhoe RII ticket - highly desirable
Excavator RII ticket - highly desirable but not essential.
Dozer RII Ticket
If you are looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!
As part of your application with Telstra, you may receive communications from us on +61 XXXXXX (for job applications in Australia) and +1 (623) 400-7726 (for job applications in the Philippines and India).
When you join our team, you become part of a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected, valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from various backgrounds, ethnicities, genders and disabilities because we know that diversity not only strengthens our team but also enriches our work. We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind, and we prioritise creating a workplace culture where everyone is safe and can thrive.
As part of the hiring process, all identified candidates will undergo a background check, and the results will play a role in the final decision regarding your application.
We work flexibly at Telstra. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. When you apply, you can share your pronouns and / or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the recruitment process.
We are aware of current limitations with our website accessibility and are working towards improving this. Should you experience any issues accessing information or the application form, and require this in an alternate format, please contact our Talent Acquisition team on DisabilityandAccessibility@team.telstra.com or via the additional contact options found at www.telstra.com.au/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/disability-employment
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Heavy Plant Operator position is now open for candidates interested in the Manufacturing Jobs sector. This role in Hobart offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Manufacturing Jobs is a plus.
