Lead Earthmoving Plant Operator – Waste Ops (Afternoon) …, Melbourne

Join Australia’s leader in sustainable, total waste management solutions.
- Excellent hourly rate
- Mon to Fri AFTERNOON SHIFT 1pm start + potential OT and weekend work The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled operator who is ready to step up into a leadership role. In this hands‑on position, you will support daily landfill operations while providing guidance to a team of operators to ensure safe, effective, and compliant site performance. Responsibilities
- Operate machinery such as dozers, compactors, excavators, and moxys.
- Perform tip face operations including waste placement and compaction.
- Support and coordinate afternoon shift activities.
- Assist in ensuring all operations meet safety, environmental, and compliance standards.
- Provide on‑the‑job leadership, support, and direction to operators.
- Work collaboratively with the team to maintain productivity and safety. 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.
- Level‑headed, safety‑focused approach.
- Natural leadership qualities with the ability to guide and support others.
- Looking to step up into a Leading Hand role.
- Flexible to work occasional overtime and weekends . Benefits
- 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 insurance and more. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rqtyo