Machine operator (melbourne)

Job No: 50009661 • Work type: Full Time • Location: Melbourne - North

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. As Australia's leading recycled and kraft paper manufacturer, Visy Pulp and Paper is a big part of our business. Our integrated recycling and manufacturing operations means we collect paper and cardboard from households and businesses and turn it into up to 100% recycled paper.

Join our Visy Paper Mill team in Coolaroo, Melbourne, one of five Visy Recycle Pulp & Paper mills located across Australia.

This is a 12‐month fixed‐term, full‐time position with a rotating roster: 2 days / 2 nights / 4 off, and 2 weeks off every 7–8 weeks (paid).

• Operate the paper machine and its ancillary equipment to meet agreed production, service and quality standards.
• Be fully conversant on all aspects of machine operation including winding and finishing, quality processes and systems.
• Ensure equipment is correctly maintained and maintenance is performed regularly.
• Maintain safe work and operating practices and a high level of housekeeping at all times.
• Regularly review work processes and assist in identifying improvements.

• Prior experience operating machinery in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work well as a team and independently.
• Good written and communication skills with a solid focus on HSE practices.
• Mechanical aptitude essential; trade/technical qualification (e.g., HNC Paper Technology) highly regarded.
• Ability to work a 12‐hour rotating roster (4 shifts on, 4 days off).
• Experience operating a forklift and a current forklift license (desirable).
• Problem‐solving skills, attention to detail, accurate.
• Proven ability to work in a physically demanding, fast‐paced environment.
• Meet Visy's employment criteria, including a criminal history check and pre‐employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

• Attractive weekly wage
• Rotating roster for work‐life balance
• Genuine career development opportunities
• Access to Visy health, wealth, and lifestyle services and discounts

Visy is an equal‐opportunity employer committed to a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.