Forklift Operator / Yard Hand

GFG Alliance; Hexham; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cover at discounted rates

Everyday savings

Support when you need it

Job summary

InfraBuild Recycling Hexham site is seeking a dedicated Operator to perform a range of duties in the metal recycling yard. This permanent day shift role runs 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, with on-the-job training and clear opportunities for career progression.

You will operate forklifts to load and unload trucks, maintain yard cleanliness, perform daily checks on mobile plant and follow safety procedures at all times. The role offers job security within a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is essential to operate equipment.
• Experience in scrap recycling, construction or manufacturing is advantageous.
• Able to work in a fast-paced yard environment and maintain safety.
• Punctual and reliable with a team-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load and unload trucks and shipping containers.
• Maintain cleanliness in the yard and operational areas.
• Conduct daily checks on mobile plant.
• Adhere to safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Forklift licence

Safety conscious

Punctual

Team player

Job description

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Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuild Recycling business.

Based at our InfraBuild Recycling Hexham site, the Operator will perform a range of duties within the metal recycling yard. This is a permanent day shift role with hours from 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. There will be on-the-job training provided and excellent opportunities for career progression/multi skilling.

Pay rate for this role is $33.14 per hour plus super.

What you will be doing:

• Operating forklifts to load and unload trucks and shipping containers
• Maintaining cleanliness in the yard and operational areas
• Conducting daily checks on mobile plant
• Adhering to safety procedures at all times

You will be rewarded with:

• Permanent, full-time hours with job security
• Team environment with strong safety culture
• Paid personal leave and 4 weeks annual leave per year
• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO) available - 12 per year

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
• Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Sonder, available to you and your immediate family

What you will bring:

• Forklift licence and experience are essential
• Experience in scrap recycling, construction or manufacturing is highly advantageous
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced yard environment
• Reliable and punctual with a safety focused and team oriented mindset

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
• Work well, live better - experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
• Build their own future - grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.

About us

InfraBuild Recycling collects and processes scrap to supply our steelmaking operations and global markets.

With a national network of sites, we play a critical role in Australia’s circular steel system, turning scrap into new steel and supporting more efficient, lower embodied carbon construction.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.