Machine / Process Operators
Roster:
12 hours shifts, 7 shifts / fortnight.
Location
: Eastern Suburbs
Employment Type:
Casual with potential for permanency
About the role
Join a leading name in Australia's building and construction industry Our client, a top supplier of bricks, pavers, blocks, and roof tiles, is looking for motivated Machine Operators to join their dynamic team. You will be required to work on a continuous shift-pattern roster:
12-hour shifts on a rotating day & night roster
Total of 84 hours every fortnight, 7 shifts
$41/hr (day shift 6am - 6pm)
$43/hr (night shift 6pm-6am)
*Should you work outside your usual shift pattern then penalties will apply for the whole shift*
Duties and responsibilities:
Run and keep an eye on factory machines, including kilns, to keep things moving.
Shut down equipment safely if there's a mechanical or process issue.
Stick to quality checks to make sure every product meets the mark.
Put safety first—follow protocols and join in on toolbox meetings.
Skills and experience:
Valid WA driver's license and reliable transport
Experience in manufacturing or minerals processing
Ability to work on a continuous shift roster
(days and nights)
Proven reliability and strong attendance record
Physically fit for a hands-on role
Able to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening
Full working rights in Australia (Perth-based)
.
Highly regarded skills but not mandatory:
Forklift ticket and operational experience.
Confined space ticket.
Experience in manufacturing or processing environments.
Benefits
Competitive hourly rates, with penalties
Hands-on training with regular reassessments to ensure growth
Multiple casual roles with potential for full-time opportunities
12-hour shifts, 7 shifts per fortnight –
excellent work-life balance
Ready to build your career in manufacturing?
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.
About the Category 5:
Category 5 is a family-owned business with a strong presence across Australia and New Zealand. In just three years, Cat5 Rail has become one of the largest privately-owned fleets of specialist rail equipment in the country, backed by a network of maintenance facilities in Karratha, Port Hedland, and Perth. Whether in metro or remote locations, we're building a sustainable business that provides long-term opportunities for both our clients and employees.
Additional information
12-hour shifts, 7 shifts per fortnight - excellent work-life balance
Multiple Casual positions - Pathway to Full-Time
Immediate Start - Hands-on training provided, with regular reassessments