Location Villawood, Australia Sector Manufacturing & Production Salary $80,000.00 to $85,000.00 per annum
Fuse Recruitment are seeking an experienced and hands‐on Leading Hands to supervise day‐to‐day operations at a busy electronic waste recycling facility. This is a key leadership role, perfect for someone with waste industry experience, machine operating skills, and a forklift licence who is ready to manage a team and drive operational efficiency.
The Client:
Located in the Fairfield region, this well‐established operation is a leading specialist in the responsible recycling and recovery of electronic waste. The site focuses on processing end‐of‐life electrical and electronic equipment from commercial, industrial, and government sources, with a strong emphasis on environmental compliance, data security, and material recovery. The facility handles a wide range of e‐waste streams including IT and telecommunications equipment, consumer electronics, batteries, and electrical components. Using a combination of manual dismantling and advanced processing techniques, materials such as metals, plastics, and circuit boards are separated and prepared for downstream recovery, ensuring minimal waste is sent to landfill.
For You:
* Immediate start available!
* 3‐month Fixed Term contract!
* Up to $85k + Super! (pro rata)
* Possibility of extension!
* Opportunity to work within the growing electronic waste and sustainability sector
* 10 minute walk from public transport!
* Monday to Friday role!
* Working 7am to 3pm!
The Role:
You will report to the site Supervisor and lead a dedicated team of machine operators, forklift operators, and hand sorters across your assigned production lines. You will be responsible for overseeing day‐to‐day floor operations, ensuring staff follow safety procedures, meet production targets, and maintain high standards of quality. Working hands‐on alongside your team, you will provide guidance, support, and coaching while managing workflow and operational priorities. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leadership role in a fast‐paced e‐waste recycling environment while showcasing your supervisory skills, operational expertise, and commitment to safety and efficiency.
Duties:
* Supervising onsite floor operations and leading a team of 5 staff per section
* Overseeing machine operators, forklift operators, and hand sorters in your allocated production lines
* Ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations across your team's work area
* Ensuring production targets are meet and exceeded
* Supporting staff with machine operation, material handling, and sorting tasks as required
* Maintaining high standards of safety, productivity, and quality across all processes
* Providing guidance, coaching, and support to team members to achieve operational outcomes
* Operating of Counterbalance forklifts in production, receiving and despatch areas
* Liaising with the maintenance team for machine breakdowns and repairs
* Liaising with the site supervisor and operational administration staff for incoming deliveries
* Ensuring end of shift clean downs are completed efficiently
The Candidates:
You will be a hands on leader and one that leads by example. You will motivate and mentor your team to achieve and exceed operation and production goals and targets. You will not be afraid to get your hands dirty and step in to assist your team in day‐to‐day operations.
* Previous experience in the waste or recycling industry is highly advantageous
* Experience leading teams of 5+ staff in an industrial production environment
* Proven industrial machine operating experience, preferably from the waste industry
* Valid forklift licence with practical operating experience
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* Hands‐on, practical approach with a focus on safety and efficiency
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‐paced environment
* Willingness to complete machine operating, forklift operating and manual handling tasks as required
* Excellent attention to detail
* Previous experience in a fast‐paced environment
* Excellent WHS knowledge
If this position sounds like you then hit APPLY now, alternatively email DJ with your resume.
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