Prospect

Whyalla Beef is seeking an experienced Maintenance Plant Operator to join our Maintenance team at our large commercial feedlot, located 25km from Texas in southern Queensland.

Whyalla Beef is one of Australia’s largest and most creative feedlots, with a current capacity of 75,000 head. Located near Texas on the QLD/NSW border, we are continuing to grow and are looking for people who want to be part of that journey.

Skills and responsibilities
Driving plant to worksite
Driving and manoeuvring plant on site
Selecting and fitting attachments to plant
Manipulating controls to operate attachments mechanically, hydraulically and electrically, and to move materials
Monitoring operation of plant directly and by referring to instruments
Monitoring condition of plant, performing minor repairs and reporting mechanical faults
Operating plant and machinery, including tractors, loaders, skid steers, feed trucks, forklifts, and water trucks
Attach, operate, and detach machinery implements and feed‑mixing equipment
Loading,



transporting, and distributing feed to cattle in accordance with ration programs
Handling commodities including unloading and stockpiling
Cleaning pens, manure handling and general feedlot maintenance using mobile machinery and equipment
Conduct routine servicing, lubrication, refuelling, and minor repairs
Comply with workplace health and safety standards
Follow feeding schedules, written and verbal directions from supervisors
Adapt to seasonal conditions, extended hours, and variable workloads

Experience required
At least five years of relevant experience
Trained in use of mobile plant operation and machinery operation
Experience in operating a range of heavy mobile plant machinery
Competent in handling and transporting bulk materials
Understanding of machinery controls, hydraulic systems, and safety protocols
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📌 Maintenance Plant Operator Whyalla (Australia)
🏢 NH Foods Australia
📍 Australia