Machine-Operators for hire in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Find machine operators who manage equipment, ensure production quality, and maintain safety standards while possessing skills in troubleshooting, attention to detail, and teamwork. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory to make your hiring faster and simpler.

  • Ready to work now

    112

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Customer Service7%
    Communication Skills6%
    Leadership4%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree43%
    High school diploma or GED26%
    Vocational or technical training20%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year18%
    1-2 years10%
    3-5 years18%
  • Current company

    Onecall Steel and Form
    Ainslie Football Club
    Aldi, Macquarie ACT
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year32%
    1-2 years9%
    2-5 years32%

Browse Indeed's database of 112 profiles for Machine-Operators in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Last updated: 18 Aug 2026

Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: $122,946 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $107,799$140,221 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Machine operators

    Ngunnawal, Australian Capital Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftWork Safely at HeightsBasic Rigging TicketDogging TicketEWP Ticket

    Skills

    LeadershipMaintenanceCustomer ServiceDrivingFood PreparationCash Handling
  • Machine Operator / Production Worker

    Melba, Australian Capital Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFirst Aid CertificationCertificate IIIForklift LicenceOrder Picking

    Skills

    Forklift LicenceWhite CardFirst Aid CertificationTraining & DevelopmentOrder PickingCommunication Skills
  • Sushi Maker

    Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationRSACleaning

    Skills

    Kitchen ExperienceFood PreparationFood SafetyFood HandlingFood Service Experience
  • Bartender, Poker Machine Attendant

    Palmerston, Australian Capital Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Senior Secondary Certificate of EducationRCGFood Handling CertificateRSA

    Skills

    Customer ServiceRSARCGCash HandlingPOSFood Preparation
  • Apprentice

    Melba, Australian Capital Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Business AdministrationMaster's DegreeBusiness

    Skills

    MaintenanceConstruction PaintingCustomer ServiceCleaningFabricationWelding
  • CNC Machine Operator

    Gungahlin, Australian Capital Territory

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceCNCRSA

    Skills

    Food PreparationPOSInventory ControlCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceHospitality

Simple, transparent pricing

Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.

Standard

$30$24per month*

  • 30 contacts per month

Professional

🔥 Best for most teams
$150$120per month*
Start free trial§
  • 100 contacts per month

§Terms and conditions apply

*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change

**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month

See how Smart Sourcing helps you find candidates in seconds

Ready to start sourcing?
Smart Sourcing demo

Not looking for sourcing candidates?

Browse by skills

Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally

University of Oxford logo
Microsoft logo
Burger King logo
Nokia logo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?

Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.

Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?

Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.

What's the average time to fill a machine operator role?

The average time to fill a machine operator role is 39 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do machine-operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machine operator include: customer service, communication skills and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for a machine operator?

Common licenses or certifications for machine-operators include: Driver Licence, First Aid Certification and RSA.

What are some job titles related to machine-operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine-operators include: machine operator / production worker, machine operators and bartender, poker machine attendant.

What level of education is common for a machine operator?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a machine operator in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?

Most machine-operators have 8 years of professional experience.

Browse related occupations

Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today

*Terms and conditions apply