Lead Plant Operator: Mentor & Heavy Machinery Expert

Cleanaway; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package

Paid parental leave

Annual employee share plan

Job summary

Cleanaway is seeking a highly skilled Team Leader with operator experience to join the Resource Recovery team in Clayton. The role involves supervising operations, mentoring staff and ensuring safe handling of waste materials.

The position is a permanent full-time role with early shift hours and potential overtime. Key duties include operating earthmoving equipment, assisting with load placement and maintaining high safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• Current Excavator and Loader tickets are required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and mentoring ability.
• Strong work ethic and reliable attendance.
• Good mechanical aptitude and safety focus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate earthmoving equipment (front end loader, material handler, skid steer).
• Assist drivers and the public with correct load placement.
• Excavate and load dry waste for compacting and covering waste.
• Operate vehicles and equipment safely per procedures.
• Support general housekeeping and project cleanliness.
• Provide high quality customer service and present a professional image.

Skills

Leadership

Excavator ticket

Loader ticket

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift licence

Skid steer licence

Loader licence

Excavator licence

Job description

Cleanaway is seeking a highly skilled Team Leader with operator experience to join the Resource Recovery team in Clayton. The role involves supervising operations, mentoring staff and ensuring safe handling of waste materials.

The position is a permanent full-time role with early shift hours and potential overtime. Key duties include operating earthmoving equipment, assisting with load placement and maintaining high safety and service standards.