Water Cart & HR Sweeper Operator – Day Shift, Upskilling

Workfast; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Penalties and allowances

Consistent daytime hours

Upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Workfast is seeking an experienced Water Cart / HR Sweeper Operator for our New Chum, QLD facility. You will operate HR sweeper trucks and water carts, transport materials across the site, and support production targets on a Monday–Friday day shift.

Applicants should have prior HR sweeper/water cart experience, current RII tickets, a valid HR licence, and the ability to pass medical and drug tests. This role offers competitive pay and ongoing upskilling opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating HR sweepers or water carts in waste, recycling, quarry, civil, or similar environments.
• Current RII tickets are required.
• Valid HR Australian Driver's Licence and full working rights.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Operate HR sweepers / water carts safely and efficiently within a recycling and waste management environment.
• Transport waste, recyclable materials, and site materials across the facility.
• Work around stockpiles and active machinery while maintaining safe operating procedures.
• Assist with loading, dumping, and moving materials to maintain production targets.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and basic machine maintenance.
• Work closely with supervisors and site personnel to ensure smooth site operations.
• Follow all relevant site policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Assist with additional site duties when required.

Skills

Safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Tools

RII tickets

Job description

Workfast is seeking an experienced Water Cart / HR Sweeper Operator for our New Chum, QLD facility. You will operate HR sweeper trucks and water carts, transport materials across the site, and support production targets on a Monday–Friday day shift.

Applicants should have prior HR sweeper/water cart experience, current RII tickets, a valid HR licence, and the ability to pass medical and drug tests. This role offers competitive pay and ongoing upskilling opportunities.