Plant Operator

Select Aust Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Fitness Passport gym membership

Overtime penalties & holiday rates

Job summary

Select Aust Sydney is seeking a hands-on forklift operator at Seven Hills with immediate start. The role offers a top hourly rate and overtime opportunities, plus a clear temp-to-perm pathway into a leading waste management facility. On-site parking and access to a nationwide gym membership program are included.

Join a safety-first team operating modern equipment in an essential industry. Applicants must hold LF forklift credentials and a current Australian driver licence; additional plant

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence (LF) with proven operating experience.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• End Loader (LL) or Excavator ticket is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and mobile plant in yard with focus on forklift operations.
• Load, unload and weigh incoming trucks delivering general waste and recyclables.
• Screen, sort and process waste to separate recyclables and ensure proper disposal.
• Stockpile, move and compact waste across processing bays and maintain safe transfer operations.
• Perform daily pre-start inspections and general site housekeeping to ensure zero incidents.

Skills

Forklift LF Licence

Driver Licence

Job description

Job Type: Temporary position | Full time position

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Join an industry-leading waste management and resource recovery facility based in Seven Hills. Offering an immediate start, great earning potential at $43.86/hr with overtime and a genuine pathway to permanent employment.

Work within a supportive, safety-first team operating modern machinery in an essential industry. Benefits: Top Hourly Rate: Earn $43.86 per hour plus shift penalties, public holiday rates and plenty of overtime opportunities to boost your pay.

Permanent Pathway: Secure full-time hours right away with a clear temp-to-perm pathway into a stable, leading environmental services provider. Health & Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy an active role with on-site parking and access to a nationwide Fitness Passport gym membership program.

Duties

Safely operate mobile plant with a core focus on high-reach and standard forklift operations across the yard. Load, unload and weigh incoming commercial trucks and public vehicles delivering general and recyclable waste streams. Screen, sort and process waste materials to separate recyclables and ensure proper environmental disposal methods.

Stockpile, move and compact waste materials across processing bays to maintain safe, efficient transfer operations. Perform manual yard labour, general site housekeeping and daily pre-start equipment inspections to ensure zero safety incidents.

Skills & Experience

Valid Forklift Licence (LF) with proven & confident operating experience. Current Australian Driver Licence. Front

End Loader (LL) or Excavator ticket is highly regarded. Experience in waste management, recycling, quarry, logistics or heavy industrial yards preferred.

Eligibility & Clearances

Please Note: Applicants must hold full Work Rights and be able to pass a pre-employment assessment, including Drug & Alcohol screening and a National Police Check (can commence work pending final clearance).