Forklift Operator - Recycling

Benedict is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator for their recycling facility in Chipping Norton, NSW. The role involves operating forklifts, moving waste materials, maintaining site cleanliness, and ensuring safety protocols. Candidates should have a forklift license and experience in a recycling facility is preferred. The company offers employee benefits, progression opportunities, and promotes a safe work culture.
About us

The Benedict Group of Companies was established in 1966. Benedict is an Australian family owned and operated recycling and quarrying company committed to delivering high-quality materials for construction and infrastructure projects. We take pride in our commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation in the quarrying industry.

Benedict is still growing today, consistently meeting greater Sydney’s needs for civil, construction, landscaping, and recycled products, whilst fast becoming the industry leaders in recycling and resource recovery.

To find out more about what we do at Benedict, visit out website: https://www.benedict.com.au/

About the role

We are currently seeking an experienced forklift operator to join the team based in Chipping Norton on a fulltime basis.

Working as part of the production team at our recycling facility, the Forklift Operator is responsible for the removal of waste materials from multiple location, loading and unloading trucks and keeping the plant mobile areas clean and free of contaminants.

This role will not only include operating a forklift, it will also include the following.
• Spotting
• Waste Inspecting
• Site maintenance and house keeping
• Customer service

Role Responsibilities:
• Moving of waste material from bays/bins to assigned areas.
• Movement of materials from plant shute areas to relevant bays or as required.
• Using forklift attachments for lifting.
• Assist with hand off load and other operational requirements as required.
• Unload and load trucks.
• Report repair issues to the Supervisor.
• Housekeeping of plant & immediate area as required.
• Conduct maintenance and refuelling of machine daily.
• Daily prestart checks of machines; and
• Maintain material quality.
• Conduct all tasks in a safe manner.
• Report any hazards/ incidents to Site Supervisor.
• Ensure correct PPE is always worn.
• Notify Plant Supervisor of any hazardous material on site; and
• Follow all relevant safety policies and procedures.

What you will need:
• A forklift licence
• Experience operating a forklift
• Experience within a Waste Recycling facility would be highly regarded

We will provide you with great perks, including:
• Access to Employee Benefits Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Onsite Parking
• Progression Opportunities
• Potential Study Assistance & Traineeships

Note: We promote a safe work culture; therefore, we have a process of Reference checking and Pre-employment medicals, including a drug and alcohol screen for the successful applicant.

To apply, please hit ‘apply now or email your resume to hr@benedict.com.au.

We appreciate the time it takes to submit a job application, and we thank you for your interest in working at Benedict. Only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

We do not require agency assistance.