Wheel Loader Operator — Safe, Efficient Ops & Career Growth

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Auckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Career progression

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a Loader Operator to run processing equipment safely and efficiently, meeting production targets while maintaining quality.

You will support a safety-first culture, perform daily maintenance, and assist with other plant processes as directed by supervision. This role requires a NZ work visa/residency or NZ citizenship and a reliability‑driven, hands‑on approach.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills verbal and written.
• Forklift OSH certificate, F endorsement or experience desirable.
• First Aid certificate or knowledge, with health and safety awareness.
• Physically fit and able to lift 20-30 kgs across shift.
• Flexible in days and hours; reliable and punctual with own transport.
• Plastics background in material compounding advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment safely to meet output targets.
• Carry out daily quality checks and escalate out-of-spec results.
• Perform general labour including cleaning, pallets, and minor maintenance.
• Inspect materials for cleanliness and correct processing type.
• Monitor machine performance and label finished goods correctly.
• Support safety-first culture and assist with other processes as required.

Skills

Forklift OSH cert

First Aid cert

Good communication

Physically fit

Reliability

Job description

WM New Zealand is seeking a Loader Operator to run processing equipment safely and efficiently, meeting production targets while maintaining quality.

You will support a safety-first culture, perform daily maintenance, and assist with other plant processes as directed by supervision. This role requires a NZ work visa/residency or NZ citizenship and a reliability‑driven, hands‑on approach.