At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate heavy machinery and support waste management operations in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join gforce, a leading community-focused organisation making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential for overtime and community impact.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values safety and sustainability while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience with heavy plant machinery and a commitment to safety.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Waste Management | Landfill & Resource Recovery Operations
Multi Skilled Plant Operator gforce is seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Plant Operator to join a waste management and resource recovery operation.
This role is ideal for a skilled operator with experience in heavy plant and machinery who takes pride in working safely, efficiently and as part of a team.
About the Role
You will play an important role in the safe and efficient operation of a landfill and transfer station, operating a range of heavy plant and equipment while supporting waste placement, resource recovery and general site operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate heavy plant and equipment, including dozers, compactors, excavators, front-end loaders, articulated dump trucks, graders and hook trucks.
- Operate GPS-equipped machinery and follow landfill cell design plans.
- Complete pre-start checks, routine maintenance, greasing and cleaning of plant and equipment.
- Identify, document and report equipment defects or damage.
- Assist with recovering recyclable materials and diverting waste from landfill.
- Direct customers and vehicles on site to maintain safe and efficient access.
- Maintain site cleanliness and general housekeeping.
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures, risk assessments and environmental compliance requirements.
- Work towards agreed productivity targets while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Skills, Experience & Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will have
- Considerable experience in a waste management or resource recovery environment.
- Strong operating skills and appropriate licences and tickets for relevant heavy plant and equipment.
- Experience operating machinery such as compactors, dozers, excavators, front-end loaders, articulated dump trucks and hook trucks.
- A demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety and compliance procedures.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work efficiently, meet productivity targets and follow operational plans.
- The role involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and around moving vehicles, dust, noise and waste.
- The ability to undertake occasional overtime, assist with emergency call-outs and be available for standby when required.
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory police check and evidence of the right to work in Australia.
gforce is an employment and recruitment leader, employing over 500 people weekly, including labour hire and permanent recruitment services, apprentices, trainees and school-based trainees.
We are a For-Purpose Community Organisation that makes a difference in the lives of people and communities.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Multi Skilled Plant Operator in Melbourne employer: GForce Recruitment
gforce is an exceptional employer that prioritises community impact and employee well-being, making it a rewarding place to work as a Recruitment Specialist in Geelong. With a strong focus on personal connections and positive outcomes, employees benefit from a supportive team environment, competitive salaries, and unique perks such as additional paid leave during Christmas and paid parental leave. The company fosters growth and inclusivity, ensuring that all team members can thrive while contributing to meaningful change in Southwestern Victoria.
