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Plant operator - landfill

Melbourne
Cleanaway Waste Management Limited
Operative
Posted: 5 March
Offer description

Join Australia's leader in sustainable, total waste management solutions.
* Excellent hourly rate
* Mon to Fri Dayshift + potential OT and weekend work
The Opportunity

We're looking for a skilled Mobile Plant Operators to join our team at our Deer Park Landfill site. This hands‐on role is ideal for someone experienced with heavy machinery and keen to contribute to essential waste operations that support the local environment. Some of the responsibilities are as below.

* Operate machinery such as dozers, compactors, excavators, and moxys
* Perform tip face operations including waste placement and compaction
* Responsible for following plans and EPA guidelines
* Carry out daily cover operations, including the mixing and application of cover materials
* Conduct basic site maintenance and assist with light manual handling tasks when required
About You
* A valid plant operator ticket or equivalent competency of at least two-three of the above (VOC, RII, etc.)
* Proven experience operating dozers, compactors, excavators, and moxy trucks
* Good understanding of safety and environmental compliance in a landfill or earthworks setting
* Ability to work well in a team and follow operational plans
* Previous experience in landfill operations or waste industry will be advantageous
* HR Licence will be beneficial
About Us

Joinus at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together.

We transform waste into resources and renewable energy. When you start to think of waste as a resource, it opens a world of possibilities.

As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 7500 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance. We are Australia's largest company in this sector, providing essential services to millions of customers and communities Nationally.

* Competitive salary package
* Flexible working arrangements
* Career opportunities in a high growth, Australian business
* Supportive and safe work environment
* Paid parental leave
* Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP, discounts on private health insuranceand more
Our Process

Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.

We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds.

Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.

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