Plant Operator / Maintenance All-Rounder (HC Licensed)

Central Recycling – Kyneton, VIC

Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Competitive Salary Based on Experience

Central Recycling is a long-established resource recovery facility operating in accordance with EPA Victoria requirements. We are seeking a hands-on Plant Operator/Maintenance All-Rounder to oversee plant operations, maintain equipment, and step in to drive HC vehicles as required.

This is a hands-on role. It is a practical, site-based leadership position suited to someone mechanically minded who enjoys responsibility, problem-solving, and keeping machinery running efficiently.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing and maintaining the site's plant and equipment while supporting daily operational requirements. The position combines:

- Plant and machinery oversight/operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting and maintenance
- Truck driving (HC) as required
- Operational supervision and coordination

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee the daily operation of the site plant and machinery
- Maintain trucks, trailers, and earthmoving equipment
- Conduct preventative maintenance and identify mechanical faults
- Coordinate repairs and liaise with external service providers when required
- Operate loaders, forklift and other plant equipment
- Drive HC vehicles as operational needs require
- Ensure compliance with EPA and site operational requirements (training provided)




- Complete maintenance records and operational documentation
- Support continuous improvement of plant performance and safety systems

About You

- Current HC Licence (essential)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and practical experience with heavy equipment
- Experience operating earthmoving plants and heavy vehicles
- Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues
- Comfortable using tablets/computers for basic record keeping
- Self-motivated with leadership capability
- Reliable, safety-focused and solutions-driven

Experience in waste, recycling, transport or industrial operations will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

- Stable full-time role
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Wide-ranging and hands-on work
- Supportive team environment
- Ongoing training and development

Location Central Recycling – Kyneton, Victoria

(On-site position)

How to Apply

Call 0425 757 700

or email [email protected]

If you are mechanically minded, confident around heavy machinery, and willing to take responsibility for keeping a site running smoothly, we want to hear from you.

Indeed asks for a wage range, so the amount in the advert is indicative and is negotiable based on the candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Work Authorisation

- Australia (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kyneton VIC 3444

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