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Key skills for this role
Operating forestry and vegetation machinery such as: tracked and wheeled harvesters, mulchers/slashers, feller bunchers, excavators with forestry heads/grab attachments, or wheeled mulchers.
Supporting hand fellers, arborists and ground crews to safely clear and process vegetation
Working on linear infrastructure projects, utility corridors and remote access sites
Completing JSAs and adhering to strict environmental and safety controls
Contributing to high volume clearing programs with efficiency and teamwork
Maintaining equipment and reporting hazards, defects and site conditions
We’re specifically seeking operators with experience in vegetation / forestry environments. You will stand out if you have:
Experience on large land‑clearing, forestry, storm cleanup or vegetation projects
Exposure to working around arborists, climbers, hand‑fellers or vegetation crews
Experience with fixed forestry heads, mulching attachments, grapple saws or wheeled mulchers
Strong hazard awareness near chainsaw operators
Ability to work in remote, rugged or steep terrain
Strong awareness of environmental compliance
Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a large crew environment
Ability to provide professional guidance and support to less experienced operators, where required.
Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to identify challenges and contribute practical solutions.
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Driver’s licence
White Card
First Aid/CPR
HC licence (advantageous)
Excavator ticket – RIIMPO0320
Loader ticket – RIIMPO0321
Experience transporting large plant (float) highly desirable
Permanent full-time roles with ongoing project flow
Competitive pay based on your skills and experience
Time and a half- & double-time penalty rates
Living Away From Home Allowance (LAHA)
FIFO/DIDO with either a 2:1 or 3:1 roster with Sundays off.
Exposure to major vegetation projects nationwide
Clear pathways into Specialist Operator roles and more
Strong safety culture — we get you home safe
National company with a family-driven approach
As a family-owned and Australian-operated business, we’re committed to keeping our environment safe and green—servicing major cities, governments, and utility companies nationwide. At AIP Group, we bring this legacy into the civil construction and infrastructure space, working closely with Infrastructure Utility Owners and Construction Companies to solve critical vegetation challenges.
Our success is built on a collaborative, can-do culture, backed by experienced personnel, innovative technology, and fit-for-purpose equipment. We’re not just about the work—we’re about the people. Our teams are the heart of everything we do. We value flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude, and we’re always looking for individuals who share our passion for making a difference. Visit our website to learn more about our people, customers, and communities in which we work.
https://aipgroup.com.au/
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Australia’s leading and most innovative vegetation management company.
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