Experienced Machine Operator - Waste & Resource Recovery
Experienced Machine Operator – Waste & Resource Recovery
Planet Recovery
Laverton North, Melbourne VIC
Full Time
About Planet Recovery
Planet Recovery is part of the ATLAST Waste Network group and operates a busy waste and resource recovery facility in Laverton North.
We provide safe, practical and sustainable waste management solutions, with a focus on compliant processing, recycling, material recovery and reducing waste to landfill.
This is a hands-on operating environment where safety, reliability, teamwork and strong machinery skills matter every day.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator to join our Planet Recovery team.
This role is suited to someone who is confident operating mobile plant / yellow gear in a waste, recycling, transfer station, quarry, civil, construction, demolition or similar heavy-industry environment.
You will be involved in sorting, loading, moving and processing waste and recyclable materials using site plant and equipment. You will work around trucks, bins, stockpiles, other machinery and ground staff, so safe operation, awareness and communication are essential.
This is not a role for someone who only wants to sit in a machine all day. We need a capable operator who can operate machinery confidently, follow procedures and assist with general yard duties when required.
Key Responsibilities
Operate mobile plant and machinery safely in a busy waste and recycling yard
Operate materials handler / grab machinery for sorting, loading and material movement where competent
Operate front-end loader, excavator, forklift and other site plant where appropriately licensed, ticketed or deemed competent
Load and unload trucks, bins and material stockpiles
Sort, separate and move recyclable and waste materials in line with site procedures




Complete plant pre-start checks and report faults, hazards or maintenance issues
Follow site traffic management rules, safety procedures and supervisor directions
Assist with housekeeping, yard cleanliness and general operational duties
Work cooperatively with supervisors, drivers, yard staff and management
Support daily production, recovery and operational targets
What We Are Looking For
The successful applicant will have:
Proven experience operating mobile plant / yellow gear
Experience working in a waste, recycling, transfer station, landfill, quarry, civil, construction, demolition or similar environment
Current forklift high-risk work licence
Demonstrated forklift operating experience
Experience operating one or more of the following:
Materials handler / grab machine
Front-end loader
Excavator
Skid steer
Telehandler or similar mobile plant
Relevant plant tickets, VOCs or demonstrated competency
Strong safety awareness when working around people, trucks and machinery
Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
Ability to follow procedures and take direction
Australian work rights
Highly Regarded
Experience in resource recovery or waste sorting environments
Ability to manage stockpiles and load materials safely and efficiently
Experience working around hooklift bins, walking floors, tippers or heavy vehicles
Multiple plant tickets or VOCs
Mechanical awareness or ability to identify plant issues early
Additional remuneration may be considered for candidates who hold relevant tickets, VOCs and proven experience across multiple machines.
Why Join Planet Recovery?
Stable full-time employment
Work with a growing waste and resource recovery business
Practical, hands-on role with variety
Chance to use and further develop machinery operating skills
Supportive site team and management structure
Be part of a business focused on recycling, recovery and reducing landfill
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