About the Position

WA Blockmakers, part of the Capital Recycling group, operates a concrete block manufacturing facility at Woottating (The Lakes), producing reconstituted concrete retaining wall blocks.

We are looking for a reliable and hands-on Wheel Loader Operator / Batch Plant Operator to join our small team.

This is a wide-ranging, practical role involving wheel loader operation, concrete batching, block production and general site duties. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, understands the importance of keeping equipment and the workplace maintained, and is happy to pitch in wherever needed to keep production running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

- Operating a wheel loader to feed raw materials into the batch plant and blockmaking operation.
- Assisting with batching and preparation of concrete mixes for retaining wall block production.
- Monitoring material levels and assisting with the efficient operation of the batching and production equipment.
- Undertaking daily basic maintenance and pre-start checks on plant and equipment.
- Cleaning the batch plant, loader attachments and associated equipment at the end of each shift.
- Assisting the Site Supervisor with general production and site activities.
- Working as part of a small team to maintain an efficient, safe and productive operation.

About You To be successful in this position, you will ideally have:

- Previous Wheel Loader operating experience.
- Experience in concrete batching, quarrying, crushing,



screening or similar plant operations.
- A current driver's licence.
- Your own reliable transport.
- A practical understanding of plant and equipment maintenance.
- A good attitude towards housekeeping and keeping equipment clean.
- The ability to work independently while contributing to a small team.

You don't need to know everything from day one, but you do need to be reliable, willing to learn and prepared to get involved in all aspects of the operation.

What We Offer

- Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
- Full-time employment with a minimum of 40–45 hours per week.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Stable employment with an established, family-owned and operated business.
- Opportunities for additional training, skills development and career progression.

Location and Commuting

WA Blockmakers is located at Woottating (The Lakes), near the intersection of Great Eastern Highway and Great Southern Highway, approximately 20 minutes from Mundaring and 40 minutes from Northam.

Please note: This is a regional work location, and the position is best suited to someone living within approximately one hour's commuting distance of the site. Regular long-distance commuting is not considered suitable due to the early starts, working hours and fatigue management requirements.

The position would ideally suit applicants from the greater Mundaring, Sawyers Valley, Wundowie, Northam and Midland areas.

📌 Wheel Loader Operator / Concrete Batch Plant Operator (Woottating)
🏢 WA Blockmakers
📍 Woottating