Front-End Loader Operator – Depot & Waste

Ku-ring-gai Council; Ku-ring-gai; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Health & Fitness reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Development opportunities

Job summary

Ku-ring-gai Council is seeking a Plant Operator - Depot to support essential depot operations, including heavy plant operation, material handling, waste management and general maintenance. You will work on site at the depot, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.

The role requires certification to operate a front-end loader, MR and forklift licences, White and Blue Cards, and AQF Level 3 chemical handling, with at least five years of heavy-plant experience.

Qualifications

• Front-end loader operation and depot maintenance experience.
• MR and forklift licences required.
• White Card and Blue Card held.
• Confined Spaces certification.
• AQF Level 3 chemical handling qualification.
• Minimum five years' experience operating heavy plant equipment.
• Excellent loading/unloading safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader for material handling and depot tasks.
• Load/unload vehicles and coordinate deliveries.
• Manage waste materials and support recycling.
• Maintain records of deliveries, dispatches and waste.
• Inspect and maintain depot grounds and storage areas.
• Keep drainage pits clear and report issues.
• Maintain plant and equipment and report faults.
• Perform depot housekeeping and safety tasks.
• Follow WHS procedures and risk controls.
• Report hazards and environmental risks.
• Complete timesheets, work orders and daily risk assessments.
• Collaborate with team and contractors to support operations.

Skills

Front-end loader operation

Heavy plant operation

Material handling

Waste management

Depot maintenance

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Education

AQF Level 3 in chemical handling

Tools

MR licence

Forklift licence

Front-end loader certification

White Card

Blue Card

Confined Spaces certification

Job description

Ku-ring-gai Council is seeking a Plant Operator - Depot to support essential depot operations, including heavy plant operation, material handling, waste management and general maintenance. You will work on site at the depot, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.

The role requires certification to operate a front-end loader, MR and forklift licences, White and Blue Cards, and AQF Level 3 chemical handling, with at least five years of heavy-plant experience.