Manufacturing and Production

Alexandria, Sydney, Australia

Loader Operator with Forklift Licence – Alexandria

Front End Loader Operator (Casual → Permanent Opportunity)

Alexandria, NSW
⏱ Immediate Start Available

We are currently seeking a reliable and safety-focused Front End Loader Operator and Forklift Operator to join our team at our Alexandria paper recycling facility.

This is a great opportunity to secure long-term work with the potential to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate.

About the Role

This position plays a critical role in maintaining safe and efficient site operations. You will initially work under supervision and, once assessed as competent, will be required to operate independently for part of the day.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage intake bay operations and coordinate truck movements for tipping
- Push and maintain material stockpiles
- Load materials into open-top semi-trailers
- Complete dockets and paperwork in line with Chain of Responsibility requirements (training provided)
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment
- Communicate professionally with drivers, staff, and site visitors

Work Workplace

- Busy recycling transfer facility with constant truck movements
- Handling household recycling materials (yellow-lid bin waste)
- Physically active role including manual handling
- Regular climbing in and out of machinery

Hours & Conditions

- Training hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
- Standard hours (once competent): 5:00am – 1:00pm
- Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work available)
- Must have UNRESTRICTED work rights




- Pay in line with Level 8 Operator – Waste Management Award

About You

You are dependable, safety-conscious, and take pride in your work.

Essential Requirements:

- Current Driver Licence
- Strong commitment to safety and site procedures
- Reliable, punctual, and able to meet early start times (non-negotiable)
- Physically fit and capable of manual tasks
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills for paperwork accuracy
- Must be local to the area

Preferred (but not essential):

- Front End Loader experience
- Forklift Licence

Attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are more important than experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements

- Police check
- Fitness assessment
- Completion of site induction prior to interview/trial

What We Offer

- Immediate start
- Ongoing, stable work
- Supportive training and onboarding
- Opportunity for additional certifications, including:
- EWP Yellow Card
- Working at Heights

PPE Requirements

- Steel cap boots
- Long pants
- Hi-vis clothing (good condition)
- Hat
(Safety glasses and gloves provided)

Apply Now

If you are a committed and safety-driven operator looking for a long-term opportunity, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for an immediate interview or trial.

Labourpower Recruitment Services | www.labourpower.com

Job Information

Job Reference: 210684711_1788332674
Salary: AU$45 - AU$46 per hour
Salary From: AU$45
Salary To: AU$46
Salary Type: hour
Consultant Name: Donna Strezoski
Job Industries: Manufacturing and Production
Job Locations: Alexandria, Sydney, Australia
Job Types: Temporary

📌 Loader Operator with Forklift Licence – Alexandria
🏢 Labourpower
📍 Alexandria