Job Description

MAXAM Australia specialises in the supply of explosives and associated services to the mining, quarrying and civil construction industries. We have a full-timeopportunity for a Plant Operator within our manufacturing plant based in Bajool, 30km south of Rockhampton.

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About the Role – Plant Operator

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MAXAM Australia is seeking a Plant Operator to join our well-established production crew based at Bajool, QLD.

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Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Plant Operator plays a critical role in supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality production operation. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role, working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Assist with the safe and productive delivery of day-to-day production services
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- Loading and transfer of the products
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- Handling and use of chemicals in accordance with procedures and legislation
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- Maintaining high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and housekeeping
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- Working collaboratively as part of a site-based production crew
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- Adhering to all company, site, and regulatory requirements
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About You

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- To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
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- A strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
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- Able to work Monday to Friday from 06:00am - 02:00pm with occasional extra working hours including occasional Saturdays.
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- A positive attitude toward training and continuous learning
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- Reliability, motivation, and a strong work ethic
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- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
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- Willingness to perform physically demanding work in outdoor conditions
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Licences & Requirements

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Ideally, you will hold or be willing to obtain:

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- Open Driver's Licence (essential)
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- Police Clearance Certificate (essential)
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- Must hold Forklift High Risk Work (HRW) License with experience operating forklifts and working within a manufacturing environment(essential)
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Due to the nature of the role, successful applicants must be able to:

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- Pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
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- Meet all ongoing compliance and clearance requirements
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What We Offer

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- Company-provided uniforms and PPE
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- Opportunity to build a long-term career in the explosives and blasting industry
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- Supportive team environment with a strong focus on safety
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📌 Plant Operator (Bajool)
🏢 MAXAM
📍 Bajool