Ipswich Recycling Plant: Multi-Skilled Operator | $45-50/hr

Workfast; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steady work

Upskilling opportunities

Penalties and shift allowances

Job summary

Workfast is seeking Multi-Skilled Operators / Plant All Rounders to join a Recycling and Waste Management facility in Ipswich, QLD. The role offers $45-$50 per hour plus penalties and shift allowances, with a steady stream of projects and upskilling opportunities.

You will operate excavators, front-end loaders and forklifts, load and process waste materials, and assist across various plant areas. A hands-on, safety‑conscious approach and a valid Australian Driver's Licence are required.

Qualifications

• Australian Driver's Licence and full working rights.
• Experience operating excavators.
• Experience with front-end loaders.
• Experience in a similar multi-skilled operator role.
• Experience in recycling, waste management or industrial plant preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol test.
• Physically capable of demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators, front-end loaders and forklifts safely.
• Load and process waste and recyclables.
• Feed and operate recycling/processing plant.
• Work across different areas of the plant as required.
• Perform general labour and ground duties.
• Assist with site cleanup and housekeeping.
• Follow safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Be hands-on and assist other operators as needed.

Skills

Excavator operation

Front-End Loader operation

Forklift operation

Groundwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Workfast is seeking Multi-Skilled Operators / Plant All Rounders to join a Recycling and Waste Management facility in Ipswich, QLD. The role offers $45-$50 per hour plus penalties and shift allowances, with a steady stream of projects and upskilling opportunities.

You will operate excavators, front-end loaders and forklifts, load and process waste materials, and assist across various plant areas. A hands-on, safety‑conscious approach and a valid Australian Driver's Licence are required.