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Plant Operator

  • 493480
  • Weipa, QLD, Australia, 4874
  • Plant Operator
  • Full-Time Permanent

REMONDIS Australia is part of a global leader in sustainable waste and water management. We’re expanding our team and looking for Plant Operators to help create a cleaner, more sustainable future for our communities.

About the Role
Join our team at the landfill site, where you'll receive full training to operate a wide range of plant machinery and vehicles. This is a hands-on, full-time role offering long-term stability and opportunities to grow.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Operating a range of machinery to manage and compact waste, including excavators, front-end loaders, compactors, and forklifts.
  • Full training provided, every ticket and license can be provided.
  • Driving site vehicles to transport waste and recyclables across the facility
  • Handling incoming waste: stockpiling, compacting, and processing materials
  • Screening and sorting waste to ensure proper disposal
  • Working across both landfill and transfer station operations
  • Loading and unloading vehicles, pushing waste, and managing different waste streams
  • Inspecting customer loads to determine appropriate disposal methods

What We Offer:

  • $3,000 sign-on bonus
  • Monday to Friday schedule
  • Early starts at 6:00am and overtime available
  • Some work on public holidays and weekends
  • Full training provided – no prior experience needed
  • All tickets and licences provided as part of your training
  • Modern fleet, supportive team, and a strong safety culture
  • Career development opportunities and variety in your day

What You’ll Bring:

  • A current driver’s licence (held for at least 2 years)
  • Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work in a hands-on role
  • A positive, team-oriented attitude and commitment to safety
  • Pride in your work, your equipment, and your team

What You’ll Need to Apply:

  • Pass a police check and pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening)

REMONDIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Apply today and help us shape a cleaner tomorrow

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