At Hazell Bros, our core focus is on employee well-being, community engagement and delivering exceptional results.
Our people are committed to making a positive impact both within the company and in the broader community. Our success is a direct result of the dedication and hard work of our people.
Here, you’re not just an employee, you’re part of a family. We have a strong focus on teamwork, recognition, and continuous development, we walk the walk and talk the talk. Join us to be part of a company where your career is a journey and your success is our success; that’s not just a promise but a reality.
Job Description
The ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join our Nyrstar Hobart team. This is a practical, site-based role where you will operate mobile plant and equipment to support safe, efficient materials handling across the operation.
In this role, you will:
Operate a range of mobile plant and heavy equipment, which may include dump trucks, water carts, excavators, loaders, road brooms, forklifts and bobcats
Load, move and manage raw materials safely across the site, including stockpiling activities
Complete work safely and efficiently in line with company procedures, work instructions and site requirements
Carry out basic checks and preventative maintenance to keep equipment in safe, operational condition
Identify and report hazards, incidents and safety concerns through the appropriate channels
Follow safety, hygiene and client material-handling procedures, including wearing required PPE
Contribute positively to pre-starts, toolbox meetings, training and site communication sessions
Work collaboratively with supervisors, leading hands, operators and site stakeholders
Desired Skills and Experience
About YOU
To be successful in this role, you will bring proven operating experience, a strong safety mindset and the ability to work confidently in a heavy industrial environment.
You will ideally have:
At least 3 years’ experience in a similar or relevant plant operating role
Significant experience in stockpiling and materials handling
Experience working in a heavy industrial, quarrying, mining or materials handling environment
Relevant licences and tickets for plant and equipment operation
Experience operating mobile plant such as dump trucks, excavators, front-end loaders and forklifts
Mechanical aptitude and an understanding of basic repair and maintenance requirements
A genuine commitment to safety, including WHS requirements, site procedures and our Safety 1st Always Works culture
Strong time management, prioritisation and self-management skills
The ability to problem solve, work with limited supervision and contribute to a team-first environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
A flexible approach to working hours, shift work and operational requirements on a 24/7 industrial site
A current HR or Medium Rigid licence and forklift licence would be highly regarded
First Aid and/or a Level III Operators Certificate would also be advantageous
