Operators for hire in Townsville, Queensland

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    2,028

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Time Management8%
    Communication Skills8%
    Customer Service6%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree37%
    Vocational or technical training33%
    High school diploma or GED26%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years60%
    3-5 years30%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

    (Self-Employed)
    58 Blue Wren Drive,Kelso,QLD,4850
    Aitkenvale, Townsville
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years60%
    2-5 years40%

Browse Indeed's database of 2,028 profiles for Operators in Townsville, Queensland

Last updated: 2 Oct 2026

Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Townsville, Queensland: $135,641 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $98,088 – $187,570 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Receptionist

    Townsville, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver Licence

    Skills

    Communication SkillsDrivingOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceCashieringLeadership
  • Farm Manager/Hand

    Townsville, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    HR Licence

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipSchedule ManagementDrivingProject Coordination
  • Administrator Assistant

    New Townsville City, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationCPR CertificationManual Handling

    Skills

    Front DeskAdministrative ExperienceCustomer ServiceData EntryCalendar ManagementManagement
  • Boner

    New Townsville City, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IIFirst Aid CertificationForklift Licence

    Skills

    Communication SkillsSlicing TechniqueFood ProductionFood HandlingFood ProcessingButchery
  • LODGE MANAGER

    New Townsville City, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    HiringHotel ManagementTeam ManagementFinancial ManagementHotel ExperienceOperational Budget Management+62 more

    Skills

    LeadershipOperating Expense BudgetingHotel Cost ControlCost ManagementHospitalityClient Relationship Management
  • Manager / Educator

    Townsville, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardManual Driver LicenceStandard 11General Construction Induction Card (White Card)

    Skills

    LeadershipCertificate III in HospitalitySafe Work PracticesRisk AssessmentsKitchen Health and Safety StandardsSolution Development

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

The average time to fill an operator role is 481 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: time management, communication skills and customer service.

What licenses or certifications are common for operators?

Common licenses or certifications for operators include: White Card, First Aid Certification and Driver Licence.

What are some job titles related to operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to operators include: receptionist, store person (logistics & machinery operation) and farm manager/hand.

What level of education is common for an operator?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an operator in Townsville, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an operator?

Most operators have 22 years of professional experience.

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