Heavy Plant Operator – Waste & Resource Recovery

GForce Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GForce Recruitment is seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Plant Operator for a busy waste management site in Australia. You will operate a range of heavy plant and equipment, support waste placement, and assist with resource recovery and general site duties.

The role requires valid licences for heavy plant, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in outdoor conditions. Occasional overtime and standby may be required.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a waste management or resource recovery environment.
• Valid licences and tickets for heavy plant equipment.
• Experience operating compactors, dozers, excavators, loaders, ADTs and hook trucks.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety and compliance procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and around moving vehicles.
• Willingness to undertake occasional overtime and standby when required.
• Police check clearance and right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy plant and equipment, including dozers, compactors, excavators, front-end loaders, articulated dump trucks, graders and hook trucks.
• Operate GPS-equipped machinery and follow landfill cell design plans.
• Complete pre-start checks, routine maintenance, greasing and cleaning of plant and equipment.
• Identify, document and report equipment defects or damage.
• Assist with recovering recyclable materials and diverting waste from landfill.
• Direct customers and vehicles on site to maintain safe and efficient access.
• Maintain site cleanliness and general housekeeping.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures, risk assessments and environmental compliance requirements.
• Work towards agreed productivity targets while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Licences and tickets

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Productivity targets

Overtime standby

Tools

GPS equipment

Heavy machinery

Job description

GForce Recruitment is seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Plant Operator for a busy waste management site in Australia. You will operate a range of heavy plant and equipment, support waste placement, and assist with resource recovery and general site duties.

The role requires valid licences for heavy plant, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in outdoor conditions. Occasional overtime and standby may be required.