Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world' s water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15, 000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.

Vinidex

For over six decades, Vinidex has been leading the way – setting the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions. Our legacy spans across building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors.

We make life flow with groundbreaking, high-quality products, connecting everything from water, gas, and energy throughout Australia. With the Aliaxis group as our parent company, we are part of one of the world' s largest global networks to bring solutions to the world' s water challenges.

We are proud of our initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, continuing to deliver the best solutions for our customers with minimal impact on the environment and a positive impact on our community. We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for:

• We Dare to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast

• We Care for the environment, our customers and each other

• We Deliver by taking accountability for our decisions and actions

We are a well-established, customer focused, innovative and market-leading facility, delivering high quality solutions across our core and expanding segments. If you' re passionate about making a difference, have a keen interest in sustainability, and want to be part of our exciting journey, we want you on board!

A brand new opportunity exists for a Recycling and Yard Operator to join our Toowoomba team. In this pivotal role you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of recycling machinery, including shredders, granulators, pelletisers and other material processing equipment, converting multi-stream plastic scrap products into recycled and reusable materials.

This role supports the inbound and outbound flow of recycled materials and performs chainsaw operations to break down large or bulky scrap.

What will you do?

• Operate granulation and recycling machinery to convert internal site scrap and external scrap into granulated or pelletised materials for production demand.

• Monitor machinery during operation and perform adjustments to achieve optimal performance.

• Safely perform chainsaw operations to reduce oversized scrap to manageable lengths for processing.

• Manage the inbound and outbound flow of recyclable materials, including loading, unloading, inspection, and sorting, with a focus on Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and load restraints.

• Assist in general yard duties including truck loading/unloading and material handling when required.

• Maintain clear and accurate records of recycled material inventories, quality, and movement.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace, in line with 5S and site safety expectations.
  

What we’re looking for?

• Current Forklift Licence (essential) and own transport.

• You enjoy working indoors and outdoors with hands-on experience operating batch or continuous equipment, power tools (including chainsaws) and overhead gantry cranes.

• A strong safety-first mindset, a positive can-do attitude and demonstrated ability to work both autonomously, as well as part of a team.

• Someone who’s reliable, proactive, flexible, collaborative and wants to share ideas on continuous improvement.

• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with full working rights.
  

Why Join Us? We Care.

• Bonus program, paid overtime opportunities, and competitive hourly rates.

• Uniform provided, modern facilities, and secure onsite parking.

• Be part of a business that’s conscious of its environmental impact and committed to sustainability.

• Industry-leading paid parental leave: 26 weeks for primary carers, 4 weeks for secondary carers.

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.

• Recognition programs include Employee Awards and Service Milestones.

• Opportunities to join our mentoring programs and to be part of our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council.

• Career development opportunities locally and globally.

• A safe work environment with a strong focus on our “Go for Zero” safety culture.​​

Apply now and help us build a cleaner, more sustainable future! For more information on this exciting role, please contact Carla Treuer on 0497 323 252.

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy.

For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it' s offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!