Leading Hand Operator – Site Coordination & Safety

Veolia | Australia & New Zealand; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous parental leave

Superannuation contributions

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program Thrive

Car allowances & novated leasing

Bonus and referral programs

Job summary

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is hiring for a Leading Hand Operator at our Resource Recovery facility in Welshpool, WA. The role focuses on coordinating daily site operations, ensuring safety standards, and supporting a high-performing team to meet production targets.

You will act as liaison between staff and the Site Supervisor, drive continuous improvement, and help maintain operational efficiency while upholding our Always Safe culture.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with team and management.
• Must hold HRWL Forklift license and Full Driver's License.
• Front End Loader ticket and Material Handler certification preferred.
• Working at Heights ticket desirable.
• Knowledge of WHA/EPA legislation and regulations.
• Experience in waste industry, planning or logistics.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key point of contact between site employees and the Site Supervisor, ensuring clear communication and escalating matters as needed.
• Coordinate daily tasks and team allocations in line with rosters and operational requirements.
• Supervise team performance, monitor breaks and PPE compliance, and contribute to performance reviews and training.
• Assist with operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of mobile and fixed plant including loaders, balers, excavators, forklifts and other site equipment.
• Support forecasting, maintenance, transport and logistics activities including trailer movements and contractor liaison.
• Promote safety and environmental culture with compliance to OHS&E, SOPs, PPE, and incident reporting.
• Maintain strong relationships supporting inductions and site administration duties.

Skills

Communication skills

HRWL Forklift license

Front End Loader ticket

Material Handler cert

Full Driver's License

Working at Heights

WHA/EPA knowledge

Spreadsheet skills

Waste/logistics experience

Job description

Veolia Australia & New Zealand is hiring for a Leading Hand Operator at our Resource Recovery facility in Welshpool, WA. The role focuses on coordinating daily site operations, ensuring safety standards, and supporting a high-performing team to meet production targets.

You will act as liaison between staff and the Site Supervisor, drive continuous improvement, and help maintain operational efficiency while upholding our Always Safe culture.