Front-End Loader / Mill Operator

Pearl Recruitment Group; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearl Recruitment Group is seeking a Front-End Loader / Mill Operator for Naval Base on a temp-to-permanent basis. You will operate heavy fixed-plant and mobile machinery to support production in the manufacturing facility and yard.

Roster is 12-hour shifts: 7 days on, 7 off, with day and night cycles. Candidates must hold a Loader Operator Ticket and Forklift Licence, have a valid Australian driver's licence, and be available for immediate start.

Qualifications

• Loader Operator Ticket (essential).
• Forklift Licence (essential).
• Current driver's licence and reliable transport.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, with regular testing thereafter.
• Confined Space Ticket (highly regarded).
• Working at Heights Ticket (highly regarded).
• Full Australian working rights (no working holiday visa holders).
• Available for an immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy fixed-plant and mobile machinery to support day-to-day production.
• Assist with general manual handling and some heavy lifting in the yard.

Skills

Loader operator ticket

Forklift licence

Driver's licence

Job description

23rd October, 2026

Our client, a well-established construction materials manufacturer, is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Front-End Loader / Mill Operator to join their team at Naval Base on a temp-to-permanent basis.

This is a great opportunity for someone with fixed-plant and mobile machinery experience looking for ongoing work with a structured 7:7 roster where you can be home every night.

The Role

You will be responsible for operating heavy fixed-plant and mobile machinery across the manufacturing facility and yard, assisting with day-to-day production activities and general manual handling, including some heavy lifting.

Roster - 12-hour shifts:

• 7 days on - Day shift (6:30am-6:30pm)
• 7 days off
• 7 nights on - Night shift (6:30pm-6:30am)
• 7 days off

Pay Rate:

• $47.47 per hour flat casual rate + super
• Night shift: $54.59 per hour + super
• Applicable penalty rates for hours worked outside rostered shifts

Requirements

• Loader Operator Ticket (essential)
• Forklift Licence (essential)
• Current driver's licence and reliable transport
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, with regular testing thereafter
• Confined Space Ticket (highly regarded)
• Working at Heights Ticket (highly regarded)
• Full Australian working rights (unfortunately, working holiday visa holders cannot be considered)
• Available for an immediate start