Plant Operator

Circular Communities Australia; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Circular Communities Australia in Toowoomba, Queensland, is seeking a dedicated Plant Operator to join our recycling and processing facility. You will safely operate machinery, manage forklift movements, and help maintain a clean, safe work environment.

This full-time, shift-based role offers morning and afternoon shifts (10-hour days, Tue-Fri). You should have mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and reliability to support our mission of reducing waste and emissions.

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial machinery and plant equipment.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate recycling and processing equipment.
• Handle forklift operations and material movement.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Perform duties as directed by the site supervisor.
• Assist with water treatment monitoring and byproduct removal.

Skills

Machinery operation

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

Mobile plant equipment

Job description

Circular Communities Australia is Australia’s first purpose-built big bag recycling plant in Toowoomba, Queensland.

Our mission is to support a circular economy, significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and minimize landfill waste.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Plant Operator to join our team at our recycling and processing facility.

Main Tasks

• Safely and efficiently operate recycling and processing equipment
• Handle forklift operations and material movement
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Perform tasks as directed by the site supervisor

The above list is not exhaustive and the role may evolve to meet the company’s objectives.

Other Duties

• Maintain water quality through the water treatment facility
• Remove byproducts and waste

Required Qualities

• Ability to work shift hours
• Professional approach
• Team-oriented mindset
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proven track record of commitment and reliability

Desired Competencies

• Mechanically minded
• Strong analytical thinking
• Initiative and business awareness
• Positive attitude towards tasks
• Current first aid certificate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Experience

• Machinery and plant operation

Knowledge

• Operation of mobile plant equipment
• Labouring duties and basic maintenance
• Attention to detail: Awareness of the work environment and equipment space
• Commerciality: Practical application of knowledge
• Teamwork: Supportive and collaborative approach
• Time Management/Organisation: Efficiently accomplish objectives and administrative duties

Personal Attributes

• Professional and confident approach (essential)
• Positive attitude towards change (essential)

Work Environment

This role involves working in a physical environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying weather conditions.

Appropriate PPE and training will be provided.

Employment Type: Full-time, Shift Work

Hours: 10 Hour shifts | 4 days a week | Tuesday - Friday

Morning Shift: 4.00am - 2.00pm

Afternoon Shift: 1.30pm - 11.30pm