Yard Labourer - Machine Operator - Hallam

About Repurpose It:

Repurpose It exists to make premium quality repurposed materials accessible to everyone. Our mission is to eliminate waste and pollution through closed loop resource recovery and we believe that closed loop waste systems are essential if we are to preserve our resources for the next generations. We recover resources and give them new life via Construction and Demolition, Excavation and Drilling, Road and Rail, Infrastructure Projects, Local Councils, Food and Organics, Construction and Landscaping materials. By partnering with the public and private sectors, our best practice technologies connect waste disposal to materials supply to ensure we deliver a truly closed loop solution to our clients. We invest in technology to dramatically reduce greenhouse gases and environmental degradation to protect the planet for future generations.

About the Role:

We are recruiting a Yard Labourer / Machine Operator to work at our Hallam site, with a position available in our bark & mulch/soil yard. This position plays a key role in contributing to the day-to-day functionality and operational requirements of the yard.

This is a full-time ongoing position, with an immediate start available. This position is rostered for our day shift which is Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm, with Saturday work also available.

Duties will likely include (but not be limited to):

• Communicate with plant operators, truck drivers and the office via UHF radio regarding site operations and movements around the yard


• Assist in unloading the timber vehicles that come into the yard


• Drive forklift when required to unload trucks and move heavy items around the yard


• Report any property damage and defective equipment/vehicles to management/maintenance


• Take all necessary precautions to prevent damage or loss to property, equipment, or vehicles in the yard


• Drive Fire Truck around yard for dust suppression


• Refill Fire Truck after every use ensuring that the water and fuel tanks are left full at the end of the day in case of an afterhours emergency


• Ensure all areas are kept clean and tidy


• Ensure all procedures for dealing with the public and operating plant and equipment are followed


• Ensure appearance, equipment and vehicles are kept clean and tidy

Requirements:

• Loader Ticket - Essential


• Forklift license - Essential


• Whitecard - Strongly preferred


• Excavator ticket - Preferred but not essential


• HR/HC License - Preferred but not essential


• Demonstrated experience in a similar position


• General computer experience and the ability to use mobile devices (tablets/smartphones)


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with different stakeholders via UHF, phone, and in-person


• Australian Driver’s License


• Right to work in Australia


• Police check and pre-employment medical including alcohol and drug screening (to be completed during the recruitment process).

Why Repurpose It?

Here at Repurpose It we genuinely live by our values of integrity, future-focused, sustainability and care & protect. We apply these to the environment, our community, and our people. Working at Repurpose It not only offers great rewards in terms of salary and benefits, but also in terms of career progression through our Working With Purpose review program, our Future Leaders program, ongoing career development courses, and the opportunity for growth and promotion.

We also have an employee perks platform where employees can access discounts from a range of retailers and service providers, a generous employee referral program, a staff reward and recognition program, and the opportunity to get involved with a range of volunteering initiatives!

We provide support with counselling, financial and nutritional coaching, and indigenous cultural counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.

And finally, no more having to decide what to wear and spend money on work clothes, as we provide full uniform and PPE!

All of this is provided with a fun, supportive, and caring culture and an organisation that is leading the way in creating a better planet.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you and you’d like to join our team, then we’d love to hear from you! To submit your application for the role, please hit the ‘Apply’ button and submit your cover letter and CV, addressing it to Beth Gee - Talent Acquisition Lead. For any questions please contact beth.gee@repurposeit.com.au or on 0493 892 261.

By applying for this role, you agree to Repurpose It storing your application in our Applicant Tracking System and we may reach out to you if another role becomes available that you may be suited to.

All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check (police check).

Repurpose It is committed to an inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from diverse candidates, including women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from multicultural backgrounds, people with disability, veterans, people who identify as LGBTIQ+ and people of all ages. If you would like any adjustments to be made throughout the application process, please just let us know! Repurpose It is a proud equal opportunity employer.