Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.
Vinidex
For over six decades, Vinidex has been leading the way – setting the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions. Our legacy spans across building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors.
We make life flow with groundbreaking, high-quality products, connecting everything from water, gas, and energy throughout Australia. With the Aliaxis group as our parent company, we are part of one of the world's largest global networks to bring solutions to the world's water challenges.
We are proud of our initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, continuing to deliver the best solutions for our customers with minimal impact on the environment and a positive impact on our community. We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for:
* We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast
* We Care for the environment, our customers and each other
* We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions
We are a well-established, customer focused, innovative and market-leading facility, delivering high quality solutions across our core and expanding segments. If you're passionate about making a difference, have a keen interest in sustainability, and want to be part of our exciting journey, we want you on board
We have 2 brand new opportunities for Recycling /Yard Operator's to join our friendly Toowoomba team. These are fixed afternoon shifts where you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of recycling machinery, including wash plant, granulation, shredders, material blending and pelletising, converting scrap into reusable products.
In this role you will manage the intake and output of a variety of plastic materials and perform pipe and product handling operations as needed, to break down large or bulky scrap, to support both material flow and extrusion process.
What will you do?
* Operate shredding, wash plant and recycling machinery to convert all site scrap into pelletised or granulated form for reprocessing, including associated plant cleaning.
* Monitor machinery during operation and perform minor adjustments or maintenance as needed.
* Perform chainsaw operations safely to reduce oversized or contaminated scrap to manageable size for processing.
* Manage the intake of recyclable materials, including unloading, inspection, and sorting
* Assist in general yard duties including truck loading/unloading and material handling when required.
* Maintain clear and accurate records of recycled material quantities, quality, and movement.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace, in line with 5S and site safety expectations.
About you
* Current Forklift Licence (essential) and own transport
* You enjoy working outdoors, working with machinery and experienced in industrial processing, waste handling/blending, and continuous manufacturing operations (advantageous)
* A strong safety-first mindset with a positive can-do attitude and able to work both autonomously as well as part of a team
* You are competent in manual handling and able to unload and load trucks with an understanding of load restraint and Chain of Responsibility
* Someone who's reliable, proactive, flexible, collaborative and wants to share ideas on continuous improvement
* Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with full working rights.
Why Join Us? We Care.
* 15% afternoon shift loading, bonus program, paid overtime opportunities, and competitive hourly rates
* Uniform provided, modern facilities, and secure onsite parking
* Be part of a business that's conscious of its environmental impact
* Industry-leading paid parental leave: 26 weeks for primary carers, 4 weeks for secondary carers
* Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
* Recognition programs include Employee Awards and Service Milestones
* Opportunities to join our mentoring programs and to be part of our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council
* Career development opportunities locally and globally
* A safe work environment with a strong focus on our "Go for Zero" safety culture
Apply now and help us build a cleaner, more sustainable future
For more information on this exciting role, please contact Carla Treuer on