Excavator Operator

Corestaff; Darwin; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

Long-term, ongoing work

Exclusive benefits platform

Job summary

CoreStaff Darwin is recruiting an experienced Excavator Operator for a busy scrap metal recycling yard in Darwin. You will operate excavators, load and move scrap metal, and help with yard duties while observing safety procedures.

The role offers an immediate start, weekly pay, and potential for long-term ongoing work. An Excavator Operator ticket is essential; a forklift licence is desirable.

Qualifications

• Excavator Operator ticket (essential).
• Experience operating excavators in a similar environment.
• Forklift Licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators in a busy scrap metal recycling yard.
• Load, unload and move scrap metal and other materials.
• Sort, separate and stockpile various scrap metal types.
• Load trucks and assist with yard movements.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and inspections.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Excavator operation

Safety awareness

Independent work

Tools

Forklift Licence

Job description

At CoreStaff we pride ourselves on looking after our employees, engaging with you onsite, and rewarding you for doing a great job. Feel like part of the Crew, not just another candidate sent to an assignment and forgotten about.

CoreStaff Darwin are recruiting for an experienced Excavator Operator to join a busy scrap metal recycling yard in Darwin.

Our client is a well-established business within the scrap metal recycling industry, specialising in the processing, handling and recycling of scrap metal materials who are seeking a reliable, experienced and safety-focused Excavator Operator to join their team, with an immediate start and potential for ongoing work.

About the Role and Responsibilities:

• Operating excavators within a busy scrap metal recycling yard.
• Loading, unloading and moving scrap metal and other materials.
• Sorting, separating and stockpiling various types of scrap metal.
• Loading trucks and assisting with the movement of materials throughout the yard.
• Safely operating excavators around heavy machinery, vehicles and other personnel.
• Assisting with general yard duties when required.
• Conducting daily pre-start checks and basic equipment inspections.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Excavator Operator ticket (essential).
• Previous experience operating excavators in a similar environment.
• Current Forklift Licence highly desirable.
• Confidence operating heavy machinery and handling various materials.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attitude and strong work ethic.
• Availability for an immediate start.

Benefits!

• $47 per hour + penalties!
• Immediate start available.
• Weekly pay.
• Potential for long-term, ongoing work.
• Hands-on work in a busy scrap metal recycling yard.
• Opportunity to utilise your excavator operating skills.
• Exclusive access to our benefits platform, offering savings at over 60 major Australian retailers across the country.

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