Plant Operator

MAXAM; Bajool; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXAM Australia specialises in supplying explosives and related services and is seeking a Plant Operator for our Bajool, QLD manufacturing plant. The role involves working outdoors in varied weather, supporting safe and efficient production, and reporting to the Site Supervisor.

This hands-on position requires a strong safety mindset, reliability, and the ability to work Monday–Friday 06:00–14:00 with occasional extra hours, including Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Open Driver’s Licence (essential)
• Police Clearance Certificate (essential)
• Forklift High Risk Work (HRW) Licence with experience operating forklifts (essential)

Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe and efficient delivery of day-to-day production services
• Loading and transfer of the products
• Handling and use of chemicals in accordance with procedures and legislation
• Maintaining high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and housekeeping
• Working collaboratively as part of a site-based production crew
• Adhering to all company, site, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Safety focus

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Willingness to learn

Punctuality

Tools

Forklift HRW license

Job description

MAXAM Australia specialises in the supply of explosives and associated services to the mining, quarrying and civil construction industries. We have a full-timeopportunity for a Plant Operator within our manufacturing plant based in Bajool, 30km south of Rockhampton.

About the Role – Plant Operator

MAXAM Australia is seeking a Plant Operator to join our well-established production crew based at Bajool, QLD.

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Plant Operator plays a critical role in supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality production operation. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role, working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe and efficient delivery of day-to-day production services
• Loading and transfer of the products
• Handling and use of chemicals in accordance with procedures and legislation
• Maintaining high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and housekeeping
• Working collaboratively as part of a site-based production crew
• Adhering to all company, site, and regulatory requirements

About You

• To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
• A strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
• Able to work Monday to Friday from 06:00am - 02:00pm with occasional extra working hours including occasional Saturdays.
• A positive attitude toward training and continuous learning
• Reliability, motivation, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to perform physically demanding work in outdoor conditions

Licences & Requirements

Ideally, you will hold or be willing to obtain:

• Open Driver’s Licence (essential)
• Police Clearance Certificate (essential)
• Must hold Forklift High Risk Work (HRW) License with experience operating forklifts and working within a manufacturing environment(essential)

Due to the nature of the role, successful applicants must be able to:

• Pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
• Meet all ongoing compliance and clearance requirements

What We Offer

• Company-provided uniforms and PPE
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in the explosives and blasting industry
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety