Yard Person - casual

Hy Gain Feeds Pty Ltd; Gosford; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Social club

Above award rate

Job summary

Mitavite in Somersby is seeking a fit, active all-rounder for a casual production/yards role. You’ll operate industrial sweepers, keep yards clean, and support the production team in a safe, tidy environment.

Experience with sweepers or forklifts is preferred; Forklift licence is a plus. You’ll work autonomously and as part of a team, with above‑award pay in a supportive Hygain group operation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a sweeper, forklift or similar machinery in a yard or production environment.
• Forklift licence is advantageous.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety-first work ethic.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on additional tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• General yard duties, including waste management and site tidying.
• Maintain cleanliness of feed mill and grounds, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing.
• Dust and wipe down surfaces and machinery to maintain a fresh, tidy appearance.
• Clean and sanitise bathrooms, kitchens, and high-touch areas to the highest hygiene standards.
• Empty bins, manage waste disposal, and ensure recycling is handled correctly.
• Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
• Safely operate and maintain the industrial sweeper to clean yard, asphalt, and warehouse surfaces.
• Identify and report any safety hazards or maintenance issues immediately.
• Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures.
• Assist the production team as required.

Skills

Sweeper operation

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Join a great team at Mitavite in Somersby. Mitavite is part of the Hygain group who started operations in 1983 and has grown progressively over the years extending its global market share, continually evolving its products based on solid nutritional research applied to equine needs.

About the role:

Mitavite is looking for a fit, active and reliable all-rounder to join our production team in Somersby on a casual basis. This hands-on role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly yard environment while operating industrial sweepers and general plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• General yard duties, including waste management and site tidying.
• Maintain cleanliness of feed mill and grounds , sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing.
• Dust and wipe down surfaces and machinery to maintain a fresh, tidy appearance.
• Clean and sanitise bathrooms, kitchens, and high-touch areas to the highest hygiene standards.
• Empty bins, manage waste disposal, and ensure recycling is handled correctly.
• Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
• Safely operate and maintain the industrial sweeper to clean yard, asphalt, and warehouse surfaces.
• Identify and report any safety hazards or maintenance issues immediately.
• Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures.
• Assist the production team as required.

About you

To succeed in the role, you will require:

• Previous experience operating a sweeper, forklift or similar machinery in a yard or production environment.
• Forklift licence is advantageous.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety-first work ethic.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on additional tasks as needed.
• Above award rate
• Work with a great team
• Opportunity to advance yourself and continually learn new skills
• Social club
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)