Plant Operator


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Job Title: Plant Operator
Location: Bundaberg, Qld, Australia

Company: Elders
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description:

Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with Sunfam as part of Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career with Sunfam and Elders.

About the role

We are looking for a Plant Operator, (internally known as Support Officer - Field), to join the Sunfam team on a Casual basis.

This is a dynamic role that will see you operating heavy machinery and working in field to install irrigation systems for our clients. Working with our field teams, you will be the face of the Sunfam team - providing excellent customer service while safely operating a variety of heavy machines including excavators, Tractors, and Trenchers.

Responsibilities

As a Labourer/Plant operator, you will:


  • Assist the infield team to install irrigation systems on client sites including pouring concrete, installing and assembling pumps
  • Safely and accurately operate variety of heavy machinery including Excavators, Tractors, Trenchers
  • Ensure all machines and equipment are in good working order and all defects are reported immediately
  • Follow health and safety procedures and detect and report hazards and risks in the workplace


About you

To succeed at Sunfam, you have:


  • Previous experience operating a variety of heavy machinery
  • Current drivers license and reliable transport
  • Ability to work autonomously and as a team, ensuring the safety of others
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal


About Sunfam

Sunfam as part of Elders is proud to be part of the last Australian-listed major agribusiness. The most trusted agribusiness brand in Australia. We're part of the landscape, part of the local communities, part of Australia's history and we are entrenched in Australian agriculture.

The brand is more than a company, more than a logo - it's part of Australia. And, with an authentic drive to create a sustainable future for farming and the farmers of Australia, Elders is... for Australian agriculture.

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Sunfam.

If you are ready to grow your career with Sunfam, please apply click on 'Apply' today.

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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Job Post Date: 02/04/25
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Country: Australia

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