About the role

This is an opportunity for candidates with experience operating front-end loaders, skid steer loaders (Bobcats) or excavators to join a busy recycling yard in Portsmith. You will initially complete general yard duties while learning the site, materials, safety procedures and daily operations.

Key responsibilities
Completing general yard duties and material handling
Sorting and grading recyclable metals
Loading and unloading trucks, skip bins and trailers
Operating a counterbalance forklift
Operating front-end loaders, skid stew loaders or excavators
Assisting with dismantling and preparing materials for recycling
Providing positive customer service to customers entering the site
Learning site procedures and safe machinery operations
Keeping the yard clean, safe and organised
Following all WHS policies and procedures

About you
A current ticket for at least one of the following: front-end loader,



skid steer loader (Bobcat) or excavator
Previous experience operating at least one of these machines
Mechanically minded with a willingness to learn other machinery
Comfortable working outdoors in a busy recycling yard
Strong commitment to workplace safety
Reliable, punctual and hardworking
Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team

Advantages
$43.64 per hour
Monday-to-Friday roster
Mondays - Thursdays: 6:30 am–3:10 pm; Fridays: 6:30 am - 1:10 pm
Regular overtime hours and paid accordingly
Comprehensive onsite training
Chance to develop experience across different heavy machinery
Training across excavators, front-end loaders, material handlers and dozers
Long-term career opportunity for the right candidates

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