Operators for hire in Cairns, Queensland

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    3,051

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    6%
    Time Management
    5%
    Forklift
    4%

  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    37%
    Vocational or technical training
    31%
    Bachelor's degree
    23%

  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    50%
    3-5 years
    30%
    Less than a year
    10%

  • Current company

    • Royal Australian Navy
    • DSV
    • Sims metal

  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    50%
    1-2 years
    33%
    Less than a year
    17%

Browse Indeed's database of 3,051 profiles for Operators in Cairns, Queensland

Last updated: 23 Oct 2026

Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cairns, Queensland: $173,975 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $167,468 – $180,734 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Retail Assistant Manager

    Manoora, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Community ServicesDriver LicenceCertificate IICertificate IIIBlue Card

    Skills

    Communication SkillsCustomer Relationship BuildingCustomer ServiceClient Rapport BuildingRelationship ManagementComplaint Handling

  • Marine Unit

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardDriver LicenceGeneral Construction Induction Card (White Card)Forklift Licence

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsField Operations ExperienceOperational Risk ManagementRemote Regional Site ExperienceOutdoor Work Experience

  • Able Seaman

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate of ProficiencyCertificate IIFirst Aid CertificationCertificate IIIConstructionCertificate I+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementLand SurveyingData CollectionEquipment CalibrationCalibration

  • Glass Processor

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFirst Aid CertificationGeneral Construction Induction Card (White Card)Forklift Licence

    Skills

    Machine OperationManufacturingAssemblyMicrosoft ExcelForklift LicenceLift Truck

  • LPG Delivery Driver

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardMC LicenceGeneral Construction Induction Card (White Card)Forklift Licence

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTruck DrivingDrivingCommercial DrivingDriver Licence – Heavy Combination (HC)HC Licence

  • Crusher Operator

    Westcourt, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Backhoe OperationBackhoe TicketGrader OperationLoader OperationExcavatorTelehandler Ticket

    Skills

    ExcavatorLoader OperationForklift LicenceLift TruckForkliftHR Licence

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What's the average time to fill an operator role?

The average time to fill an operator role is 471 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an operator include: communication skills, time management and forklift.

What licenses or certifications are common for operators?

Common licenses or certifications for operators include: White Card, General Construction Induction Card (White Card) and Forklift Licence.

What are some job titles related to operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to operators include: machine operator / maintenance technician, LPG delivery driver and glass processor.

What level of education is common for an operator?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an operator in Cairns, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an operator?

Most operators have 13 years of professional experience.

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