Loader Operator/Trade Assistant

Rashi Joshi; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established crushing and quarry operation based in Melbourne's North is seeking a Loader Operator/Trade Assistant. You will operate a front-end loader safely, load trucks, manage stockpiles, and assist with plant maintenance while performing general labouring duties across the site.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, reliable transport, and a willingness to contribute to maintenance and site upkeep. Immediate start and long-term opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating a front-end loader.
• Relevant machinery tickets and licences.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to assist with maintenance.
• Maintenance and labouring are key requirements of the role.
• Reliable transport and ability to pass drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader safely and efficiently.
• Load trucks and manage stockpiles.
• Assist with routine plant and equipment maintenance.
• Carry out general labouring duties across the site.
• Support breakdowns, repairs and site upkeep activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Be willing to get off the machine to assist the team.

Skills

Front-end loader operation

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability

Teamwork

Willingness to assist with maintenance

Tools

Loader tickets/licences

Job description

#### Loader Operator/Trade AssistantBulla, VIC 3428Full Time#### Job descriptionYour new company A well-established crushing and quarry operation based in Melbourne's North, is seeking an experienced Loader Operator and Trade Assistant to join their team on a temp-to-permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term employment with a growing business that values reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. Your new role As a Loader Operator/Trade Assistant, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a front-end loader while supporting day-to-day site operations. This is a hands-on position and maintenance and labouring duties will form a significant part of the role. The successful applicant must be willing to get off the machine and assist the team wherever required.Your responsibilities will include:Operating a front-end loader safely and efficientlyLoading trucks and managing stockpilesAssisting with routine plant and equipment maintenanceCarrying out general labouring duties across the siteSupporting breakdowns, repairs and site upkeep activitiesMaintaining a clean and safe work environmentFollowing all workplace health and safety proceduresProven experience operating a front-end loaderRelevant machinery tickets and licencesMechanical aptitude and willingness to assist with maintenanceUnderstanding that maintenance and labouring are key requirements of the roleReliable transportWilling to undertake drug and alcohol testingTemp-to-permanent opportunityImmediate start availableStable, ongoing workCompetitive hourly ratesSupportive team environmentLong-term career prospects with a growing operation