Hr Driver/ Loader Operator - Asphalt Industry

The Company

COLAS Australia, a leader in the Road Construction and Maintenance Industry, was formed in 2008 with the acquisition of SAMI Bitumen Technologies. COLAS Australia has continued to expand its operations throughout Australia with the acquisition of a number of local companies and is now supported by over 600 employees across 27 work sites in 6 states. 

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced HR Driver / Loader Operator to join our team in Tomago to assist with the day-to-day activities within our Asphalt production facility.

The successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment medical including D&A screening and is expected to have at a minimum but not limited to the following skills and attributes:  

Key responsibilities include:

• Stockpile management
• Ensuring quality of asphalt product to specifications
• Participate in risk management and hazard identification processes in conjunction with the SSO
• Undertake site inspections for safety, quality, and environment
• Day-to-day administration of the Asphalt Plant including stock control of raw materials
• General yard and plant housekeeping and maintenance, along with the safe operation of a front-end loader
• Experience operating a screener (preferred)

Essential Attributes:

• Unrestricted HR license
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and maintenance skills
• White Card
• The ability to work autonomously and under pressure
• Be a team player
• Reliable and consistent
• Safety focused
• Driven and self-motivated
• Eager to learn

**Must be available for night and weekend work, as well as regular overtime depending on production demands and requirements**

Highly Desired Attributes:

• Understanding of bitumen and bitumen-based products
• Previous experience in asphalt production role
• Previous experience operating a bobcat
• Familiarity with LOTO (lock out tag out)
• Confined space
• Forklift license
• First aid
• EWP
• Working at heights

Culture & Benefits:

At COLAS Australia our people are vital to our success. Our employees make us different and set us apart from our competitors. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop visionary, talented, and passionate individuals. Our people are central to everything we do.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with: 

• A competitive hourly rate + allowances
• Corporate fitness program + discounts on healthy meals, supplements, active wear & MORE!
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Life insurance & health care benefits
• Ongoing development opportunities 
• Employee assistance & recognition programs

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please click apply now!

“Colas Australia are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander & people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply”

Successful applicants will be contacted via phone.