Plant & Equipment Operator

SOILCO Pty Ltd; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SOILCO Pty Ltd is seeking a hands-on Plant & Equipment Operator to join our Organics Processing Facility at Stotts Creek. You will contribute to safe operations, routine maintenance, and efficient processing of green/organic waste in a collaborative team.

Preferred candidates have experience in manufacturing or waste/recycling, a valid Driver’s licence, and a commitment to safety. The role offers a permanent position with a typical 38-hour week and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, safety-conscious plant operator with a positive attitude and reliability.
• Experience in manufacturing, waste or recycling sector is advantageous.
• Able to work harmoniously with a diverse team and follow Safe Systems of Work.

Responsibilities

• Support general yard maintenance and compost production.
• Perform basic safety checks on machinery and equipment prior to operation.
• Operate Loader/Excavator/Screen/Water carts and other plant equipment.
• Maintain clean work areas and adhere to environmental guidelines.
• Report faults, hazards and incidents promptly.
• Communicate on site using UHF radios and hand signals.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and Safe Systems of Work.

Skills

Plant operator

Safety-conscious

Team player

Tools

Loader

Excavator

Screen

Water carts

Job description

Experienced Plant Operator? Join our team at Stotts Creek!

As part of the SOILCO Group, you will benefit from the supportive, close-knit environment, along with the expanded resources and opportunities of a larger organisation. With a strong reputation for quality and service, specialising in the extraction, landscape supply, processing, sourcing, and delivery of a broad range of soils, making us a key supplier to the landscaping industry.

SOILCO is an industry leader in organics recycling, producing quality assured soil, compost and mulch products. SOILCO specialises in the design, construction and operation of innovative organics recycling facilities that convert organic waste into quality assured products. Our proven technologies transform organics into products that regenerate and give life to soil, providing customers with sustainable, reliable and cost-effective solutions. We proudly enable the circular economy by harnessing the power of people and technology.

The Role:

Are you a hands-on, safety-conscious operator with experience handling plant and equipment? We are looking for a reliable and proactive Plant & Equipment Operator to join our team and help keep operations running safely and smoothly.

We are looking for an energetic, motivated, and enthusiastic individual with a solid work ethic. Prior experience in the manufacturing industry, particularly as a plant operator in the waste or recycling sector, is an advantage. However, the most important qualities we are seeking are a positive attitude, reliability, and the ability to work harmoniously with a diverse range of staff.

This is a permanent position based at our Organics Processing Facility located at Stotts Creek Resource Recovery Centre.

As part of our team, you will work in a collaborative environment where success is attributed to our shared values: Courage, Authenticity, Achievement, and Respect.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support general yard maintenance and compost production
• Undertake basic safety checks on all machinery and equipment before operation
• Operate plant and equipment, including but not limited to Loader/Excavator/Screen/Water Carts
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of work areas according to workplace and environmental guidelines
• Report machinery or equipment faults immediately
• Report hazards and incidents promptly
• Communicate effectively using UHF radios and hand signals on site
• Comply with Safe Systems of Work and maintain a high standard of safety
• A valid Driver’s licence is essential
• Ability to work in a unique environment processing green/organic waste
• A positive, reliable team player with a strong work ethic
• Initiative and pride in getting the job done safely and well
• Strong focus on safety and preventative maintenance

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Some flexibility may be required based on operational needs

Working a standard 38-hour week, however additional opportunities for overtime, shift work and weekend work may be available.

To get in touch with us or for more information about this position, please contact the People and Culture Team on email at *************@soilco.com.au

Additional Information:

SOILCO is committed to providing a safe working environment for all, (everyone, every day and everywhere) and make available wellbeing programs to support mental, physical and social wellbeing of our staff to be at their best.

Applicants are required to undergo an employment screening process which involves a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing and reference checking. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

General terms and conditions of employment while employed with SOILCO will be governed by the Waste Management Award 2020 and the National Employment Standards (NES). Working a standard 38-hour week, however additional opportunities for overtime, shift work and weekend work may be available.

SOILCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we promote a workplace that values and foster the diversity of our staff. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBQTIA+ community, and young people.

Full Australian working rights (valid visa with no restrictions).

***Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted***