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Plant Operator- Waste Industry

Australia, Melbourne 38.00 AUD / Hour · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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Randstad is looking for a plant operator with their HR license to join a well-known waste management site in Dandenong. Casual ongoing role with potential to go permanent for the right person. Pay $38 per hour. You’ll be working with our liquid treatment plant, ensuring the safe and efficient handling of liquid waste materials. Monday- Friday 4am-12pm.

Job Responsibility

  • Operate and oversee the performance of the Liquid Treatment Plant
  • Conduct routine sampling and basic analysis of liquid waste to support compliance and quality control
  • Operate plant equipment in line with procedures, ensuring all waste materials meet the required standards for disposal or recovery

Requirements

  • HR license
  • Experience in waste industry desired
  • Medical- Drug and Alcohol test

Nice to have

  • Excavator/loader ticket
  • Forklift ticket

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