$50+ per hour | Permanent Role | Work/Life Balance | 4 days on, 4 days off roster
Progression | Development | Training | Onsite Parking | Uniform & PPE
Job Security | Full-time | Essential Services | Industry Stability & Growth
National family-owned and operated business with over 90 years experience. We have 23 divisions, 135 sites nationally, employ nearly 3000 people, and operate a fleet of over 2300. Our teams include Drivers/Operators, Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Customer Service, Operations, Finance, IT/Digital, Environment, Engineering, Industrial Chemists, Safety, Administration, and more.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
As a JJ’s Plant Operator, you will work at either the Caloundra or Nambour Landfill Facilities on the Sunshine Coast. This role will require the operation and maintenance of heavy machinery, labouring, and driving a variety of vehicles. You will be working with a safe and reliable fleet, offering family-friendly hours – 4 days on, 4 days off - rotating roster.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Operate a variety of plant machinery including: skid steers, dozers, dump trucks, and front-end loaders
2. Site labouring duties
3. Oversee waste disposal activities to ensure smooth operations and compliance with environmental regulations
4. Conduct regular site inspections to monitor conditions and address any potential risk
5. Maintain and perform accurate waste disposal methods
6. Generate requirements for daily, weekly, and monthly reports on landfill operations, including environmental responsibilities
7. Contribute to the implementation of waste management and recycling programs
8. Ensure the safety of all personnel and visitors on the site
9. Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment
10. Be available to work overtime and weekends - 4 days on, 4 days off rotating roster
ABOUT YOU
1. Experience and tickets for operating mobile plant equipment (skid steers, compactors, dozers, front-end loaders)
2. HR Licence
3. Experience & tickets in mobile plant operation across a variety of machines
4. Previous experience in landfill operations or a related field (preferred)
5. Proficiency in data entry and report generation
6. Knowledge of environmental regulations and safety procedures
7. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
8. Proven safety record and adherence to safety practices
9. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
10. Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
BENEFITS
We appreciate there is more to life than work, and we provide a variety of work options to ensure the job gets done; with competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, including:
1. The stability of a national, Australian family-owned and operated business with over 90 years’ experience
2. Uniform and PPE
3. Work/life balance; 4 days on, 4 days off
4. Essential services industry – job stability
5. Full-time, permanent role
6. $50+ per hour plus super
7. Weekend work (rotating roster)
8. Onsite parking
9. Career development and growth opportunities
10. Introductory and ongoing training
11. Health-fund discounts
12. Salary sacrificing and novated leasing
13. Banking partnerships – including financial, budgeting and mortgage advice
14. Discounts at over 100 retailers (including groceries and fuel)
15. Car servicing, parts and accessories discounts – plus new car discounts
NEXT STEPS
Interested applicants should APPLY NOW. The recruitment process may vary slightly; this may include a phone interview, face-to-face interview, skills-based assessment, pre-employment medical, and an opportunity to meet the team.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Established in 1932, JJ’s Waste & Recycling (formerly J.J. Richards & Sons Pty Ltd) is Australia’s largest, family-owned and operated waste management company. We strive for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture that values our people, their safety, and the environment.
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