Loader Operator

Mount Isa City Council; Mount Isa City; Presencial; AUD 60.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee assistance program

Immunisation program

Sporting reimbursement

5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for PT)

Descripción de la vacante

Mount Isa City Council is seeking a Front End Loader operator to support environmental compliance at the Waste Management sites, particularly the Materials Recovery Facility. You will operate the loader, assist with routine MRF tasks and adhere to WHS requirements.

The role requires outdoor work, basic plant maintenance, and strong teamwork to meet objectives. A Front End Loader ticket/Manitou Telehandler and a manual C class HR licence are desirable; a car licence is mandatory.

Formación

• Current tickets/certificates/RII competencies in Front End Loader or Manitou Telehandler.
• Current Class HR Driver Licence (inclusive of manual “C” class) is Desirable.
• Current Car Driver Licence is Mandatory.
• SafeWork High Risk Licence for LF – Forklift – desired.
• Sound understanding of pre-start.
• Inspections and ability to undertake basic servicing and preventative maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Sound literacy and numeracy to maintain servicing records and timesheets.
• Working knowledge of WHS requirements and manual labouring duties.
• Interest in Recycling is desirable
• Ability to work as an effective team member outdoors in varying weather.

Responsabilidades

• Operate Front End Loader in MRF to support environmental compliance.
• Assist with general MRF operations and other plant/machinery as required.
• Follow pre-start checks and safety procedures.
• Maintain servicing records and timesheets.
• Work as part of a team to achieve team objectives.

Conocimientos

Front End Loader operation

Telehandler operation

HR Driver Licence (manual C)

Car Driver Licence

SafeWork Forklift LF (desirable)

Pre-start planning

Plant servicing basics

Timesheets & records

WHS awareness

Team player

Outdoor/physical work

Interest in recycling

Descripción del empleo

Mount Isa City Council provides employment for approximately 200 employees in a variety of full time, part time, contractual and casual positions.

These positions cover the full scope of Council operations from administration, financial, professional and technical roles to operational positions within the various sections.

About the role

This position is to operate as a team member to achieve environmental compliance at Council’s Waste Management sites, primarily the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), by effectively and efficiently working with other team members and operating plant and machinery whilst adhering to workplace health and safety requirements.

This Position requires safe and appropriate operation of a Front-End Loader within the MRF building, and assisting with the general MRF operations, as well as occasional Operation of other Plant and Machinery within the wider Waste Management Group.

Please read the Position Description for further information on the role.

Skills and experience

• Current tickets/certificates/RII competencies in Front End Loader or Manitou Telehandler.


• Current Class HR Driver Licence (inclusive of manual “C” class) is Desirable.


• Current Car Driver Licence is Mandatory.


• SafeWork High Risk Licence for LF – Forklift – desired.


• Sound understanding of pre-start.


• Inspections and the ability to undertake basic servicing and preventative maintenance of plant and equipment.


• Sound literacy and numeracy skills necessary to maintain servicing records and completion of timesheets and other relevant documentation.


• Working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety requirements and the ability to undertake manual labouring duties correctly.


• An interest in Recycling, or previous experience within a recycling environment, is desirable


• Ability to operate as an effective team member and contribute to the achievement of team objectives.


• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and undertake the physical demands of the position.

What's in it for you?

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part‑time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time outside the workplace!

Please note that:

Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including criminal history checks, pre‑employment medical etc.

Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

All workers of Council are responsible for the wellbeing, physical, emotional and cultural safety of the children and young people who receive our services.

All workers are expected to act in accordance with the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024, including the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle in their physical and online interactions with children and young people, including outside the course of their work for the Council.

All workers are subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme and its obligations as per the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024. Learn more about our commitment to being a Child Safe Organisation on our website.