Location: Gibson Island
Shifts: Set day shift (5.00am to 1.00pm Monday to Friday) or afternoon shift (1.00pm to 9.00pm)
Overtime:Available outside of shift and on weekends as required

Casual position with potential to become permanent

Join one of Australia’s leading recycling operations and take on a key role in keeping our Gibson Island facility running safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

Due to continued growth we are seeking reliable and safety-focused HeavyMachinery Operatorsto support our daily operations - ou will need the relevant tickets and experience to operate a Front End Loader AND forklift as required on shift. You’ll play an essential part in sorting and processing recyclable materials such as glass, paper, steel, and aluminium — helping ensure valuable resources are recovered and kept out of landfill.

We have vacancies on day and afternoon shift to suit your lifestyle needs.

What You’ll Do

- Operate Front End Loaders safely on site
- Operate Forklifts safely on site
- Sort recyclable materials on conveyors and in designated processing areas
- Identify and remove contaminants to maintain product quality
- Follow all safety, housekeeping and production procedures
- Assist with general labouring and yard duties when required
- Work closely with the team to achieve daily targets
- Learn about safe operation of machines and develop valuable skills for a production environment

About You





- A reliable and keen team player with a can-do attitude
- Current front end loader and forklift licences along with demonstrated experience in both
- Willing to learn and complete physical tasks when required
- Safety-conscious and comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial setting
- Strong attention to detail and good communication skills – able to talk with colleagues, supervisors etc. as required
- Previous waste/recycling experience highly regarded but not essential

Why Join Visy?

- Contribute directly to sustainability and recycling in the community
- Full training provided along with supplied uniform/PPE
- Stable, regular hours and overtime opportunities
- Excellent team environment
- Potential for a permanent role
- Opportunities to start and grow a career within an Australian owned business with an international reach

Full training is provided, so if you’re looking for a chance to get your foot in the door and make a difference with one of Australia’s best-known businesses, this is it!

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria, which includes a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing). Visy is an equal chance employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Please note that only applicants with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered.

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📌 Front End Loader/Forklift Operator - Visy Workforce, Gibson Island (Queensland)
🏢 VISY
📍 Queensland