Location: Hervey Bay / Fraser Coast QLD
Project Locations: Fraser Coast Region
Discipline: Plant & Machinery Operators — Construction
Employment Type: Casual / Vacation
Reports To: Project / Site Management
Salary: Not specified
About the Role
SGQ is seeking an experienced HR Water Truck Operator to support civil infrastructure projects across the Fraser Coast region.
This role is suited to a reliable operator with strong civil construction experience, particularly across subdivision and road projects. Candidates with relevant licences and military experience are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
The HR Water Truck Operator will be responsible for:
- Operating water trucks safely and effectively on civil construction projects
- Ensuring manufacturer guidelines are followed
- Performing general labouring duties when not operating or driving
- Operating other equipment within machine capabilities as required
- Setting up and operating refilling water pumps
- Upholding and enforcing safe work procedures
- Working collaboratively with the site team to support project success
- Participating in training as required
- Supporting safety and environmental responsibilities on site
What We’re Looking For
SGQ is looking for someone with:
- At least 5 years’ experience in civil construction
- Proven experience in pavement construction for subdivisions and road projects
- Strong understanding of water pumps
- Ability to present for work in a fit and healthy condition
- Willingness to participate in training and upskilling
- A reliable, team-focused approach to civil construction work
What’s On Offer
- Casual / vacation role based in the Hervey Bay / Fraser Coast region
- Opportunity to work on civil infrastructure projects with an established family-owned business
- Training available to upskill as needed
- Supportive, people-first team culture
- Strong focus on work-life balance and respect for personal time
- Equal opportunity workplace encouraging women in construction, Indigenous participation and veteran employment
- Opportunity to contribute to local employment within the regions SGQ operates
Working With SGQ
SGQ is a proud, family-owned and operated business known for its people-first culture, with many staff serving 5 to 25+ years.
The business respects personal time and weekends, promoting a healthy work-life balance supported directly by top management.
SGQ is committed to equal employment opportunities and generating local employment within the regions it operates. The company actively encourages women in construction, Indigenous participation and veteran employment, helping build a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Mandatory Qualifications & Experience
- HR Licence
- Construction Induction Safety certificate / White Card
- Relevant civil construction experience
- Current Australian driver’s licence