Plant Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Top hourly rate

Permanent pathway

Gym membership

On-site parking

Job summary

Randstad Pty is seeking a hands-on waste facility worker for an immediate start at Seven Hills, NSW. You will operate mobile plant, including high-reach forklifts, and contribute to safe, efficient waste processing with overtime opportunities.

The role offers a clear pathway to permanent employment, on-site parking, and access to a nationwide gym membership program. Valid LF forklift licence and Australian driver's licence are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LF forklift licence and operate forklifts safely.
• Current Australian driver licence.
• Experience with waste management or heavy industrial yards preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment screening and National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile plant with a focus on forklift operations in the yard.
• Load, unload and weigh incoming trucks and vehicles delivering waste streams.
• Screen, sort and process waste to separate recyclables and ensure proper disposal.
• Stockpile, move and compact waste across processing bays for safe, efficient transfer.
• Perform manual yard labour and daily pre-start equipment inspections.

Skills

Forklift licence

Driver licence

Front End Loader

Excavator ticket

Waste management experience

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).