Oakey Beef Exports, part of the NH Foods Group, is one Australia's largest and longest operating beef processing plants! Offering stable, full-time employment and long-term career pathways here in Oakey, we are currently seeking an experienced Boiler Operator to join our team.
Step into a professional team within a large-scale industrial setting. Utilise your expertise and commitment to safety to lead boiler operation. Your role will be to:
- Operate and monitor boilers, refrigeration systems, compressors, and associated plant machinery;
- Ensure safe operation in accordance with WHS legislation, site procedures, and manufacturer guidelines;
- Conduct routine inspections, checks, and log readings;
- Respond to alarms, faults, and abnormal operating conditions;
- Perform start-ups, shutdowns, isolations, and changeovers;
- Coordinate with maintenance and production teams;
- Assist with planned maintenance and shutdown activities;
- Maintain accurate operational records and compliance documentation; and
- Report hazards, incidents, and equipment defects promptly.
This position is suited to an experienced operator confident in operation and monitoring of industrial systems. As such, you will have:
- Current HRWL – Advanced Boiler Operation (ABO)(mandatory)
- Experience operating industrial boilers and refrigeration systems
- Sound knowledge of boiler water chemistry and treatment
- Strong understanding of WHS and safe operating procedures
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Good communication and record-keeping skills
- Willingness to work shifts – 5on/4off, 4on/5off, 5on/5off etc.
Since 1987, when Oakey Beef was acquired by NH Foods, we have become a leader in processing. This means we offer consistency, stability and security for locals in our region with:
- Full-time, secure employment in Oakey
- Professional, skilled team of Maintenance technicians
- Competitive pay and development opportunities
Boiler Operator / Engine Driver in Oakey employer: NH Foods
Oakey Beef Exports, as part of NH Foods, is an exceptional employer that values its workforce by providing a supportive work culture and ample opportunities for professional growth. Located in the heart of Oakey, employees benefit from a full-time role with a rotating roster that promotes work-life balance, alongside competitive overtime options and ongoing development programs to enhance skills in a dynamic environment focused on innovation in the meat processing industry.
