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Plant Operator
ASQ Group Pty Ltd
Newbridge, Victoria 3551
Plant Operator
Benedict Industries
Appin, New South Wales 2560
Plant Operator
Benedict Industries
Mittagong, New South Wales 2575
Plant Operators
Yurala Pty Ltd
Port Hedland, Western Australia 6721
Plant Operator/Labourer
Towong Shire Council
Wodonga, Victoria 3690
• A$67.8k – A$72.1k
Mobile Plant Operators
JRM Resources Pty Ltd
Boddington, Western Australia 6390
• A$55 – A$80
Process Plant Operator
Boss Energy
Adelaide, South Australia 5000
Fixed Plant Operator
Destec Contracting
Perth, Western Australia 6000
Mining Plant Operators
Terra Mining
Perth, Western Australia 6000
Plant Operator (Casual)
STERITECH
Narangba, Queensland 4504
Fixed Plant Operator
Destec Contracting
Perth, Western Australia 6000
Plant Operations Team Leader
STERITECH
Mickleham, Victoria 3064
Plant Operator (Maximum-Term)
STERITECH
Mickleham, Victoria 3064
Plant Operator (Excavator, Skid Steer)
Solutions+
Brisbane, Queensland 4000
• A$35 – A$45
Plant Operator Job Market Data across Australia
How many Plant Operator jobs are available in Australia?
There are currently 22 Plant Operator jobs across Australia listed on Employment Hero, with four new positions added in the last 7 days, the most recent posted 4 days ago. Full-time roles lead at 77% of listings, with temporary at 14%. Mid-level candidates are best placed with eight roles, followed by four entry-level and three senior positions.
How much does a plant operator earn in Australia?
The median salary for a Plant Operator in Australia is $110,046 per year, with the middle 50% of roles falling between $85,302 and $140,624. Top earners take home over $170,809. WA pays the most, with a median salary 37% above the national average.
Median salary by seniority
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Median salary by state
| State | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| WA | $151,014 | +37% |
| NT | $138,205 | +26% |
| ACT | $110,456 | +0% |
| NSW | $108,633 | −1% |
| QLD | $108,633 | −1% |
| VIC | $95,369 | −13% |
| TAS | $92,427 | −16% |
| SA | $86,317 | −22% |
| National | $110,046 | — |
Salary data is current as at October 2026 and provided as general information only, based on Employment Hero jobs data. While believed accurate, it has not been independently verified and Employment Hero does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy. This information should not be relied on as financial or career advice — seek independent advice before making employment or salary decisions.
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