Material Handler/Digger Operator - Grapple

Hey there! Endless Metals is a group of passionate individuals who are dedicated to creating a positive impact on the planet, and we're not afraid to have a good time while we do it!

So if you're looking for a company where you can use your skills to make a positive impact on the planet, have a bit of fun along the way, and work with a team that's passionate about what they do, Endless Metals is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of something special.

Oh and because we believe in celebrating our team you will get an additional days leave just to celebrate your birthday!

About the role we have for you!

Our busy metal recycling yard in Onehunga is looking for a digger/material handler operator who has grapple or shear experience or can pick it up. If you like big machines and the power and sound of crushing steel then this is the gig for you! On the day to day, after completing your pre-start checks, you could be shearing metal, loading containers, or filling and operating our bailers to process metals to improve grades for export. All this while making the planet a better place by recycling!  Best of all you get to work with our awesome hard-working yard team who enjoy a bit of a laugh while they work.

This is an opportunity to put in the hours for the financial rewards as our team operates on a 100 hour fortnight, 6 days on one week (53 hours) and 5 the next week (47 hours), this also includes working every second Saturday from 7.00 am - 1.00 pm.  Oh and did I mention we also have an incentive program where you have the opportunity to earn additional $$ every month on top of your wages!

We also give everyone an extra days leave each year to celebrate their birthday!

About you!

• Being a smooth operator, health and safety is at the heart of what you do and always your first thought before starting any job, task or machine.
• You have proven experience operating various types of excavators, material handlers and heavy equipment.
• Ready to get in and get to work you already have your wheels and tracks (W,T) endorsement or certification and a minimum of 2 years experience operating a wheeled or tracked excavator/material handler.  If you already have grapple experience that is great but not a deal breaker if you don't.
• With your love of big machinery you take pride and care when looking after your assigned machine.  You see the value in completing your pre-start checks and perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure its safe and efficient operation.
• Team work makes the dream work is your motto, as such you collaborate with the wider team to ensure tasks are completed, scrap is processed and containers are packed safely and on time every time.
• As an experienced operator you have a solid understanding of safety protocols and how to safely operate a digger/material handler in a busy yard environment.
• You love a good process and make sure SOP's are followed at all times.
• Keeping a clean, tidy, organised work environment and machine are how you like to roll and so do our team.
• You are a solution focused trouble-shooting legend and enjoy working through any issue to find a positive outcome.
• With good written and spoken English you will have no issues with communications on the yard radio, completing prestart checks and basic end of day production reports.
• Fit, healthy and reliable you are able to put in a good days hard work in all weather, and never let the team down

Metal recycling experience is an advantage, but not a deal breaker because we can teach you everything you need to know about this exciting industry!

So if this sounds like you, and you want to be part of a team where the opportunities are endless… bring your exceptional work ethic, WT experience and great sense of humor and join us on our exciting journey!

Click apply now!

Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and already have the legal right to work in New Zealand.  Endless Metals is not an accredited employer with Immigration NZ