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Burnie - Excavator / Wheel Loader Operator


Company : Pentarch Forestry Products Pty Ltd


Location : Burnie, Tasmania


Created : 2025-10-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are seeking candidates with experience in operating excavators and wheel loaders to join our team on a permanent fulltime basis. Apply today! About the Position Pentarch Logistics division provides portside storage, quality control, measurement and logistics solutions for the export of log and allied wood products within Australia. We are seeking a machine operator to join our team based in Burnie site, where you will be involved with a range of duties including the receival and processing of whole log products. If you enjoy working across different equipment and machinery and have experience on an excavator and/or wheel loader, we are interested in talking to you. We are looking for candidates who are available to work permanent fulltime day shifts from Monday to Friday starting from 6 a.m. daily. We are offering a competitive hourly rate starting at $30.20 + super and paid overtime as required. Key Responsibilities The use of various fixed and mobile plant machinery. Daily machinery and equipment prestart inspections. General labouring duties including ensuring the work area is clean and free of debris on an ongoing basis. Inventory management and database entry. Having a constant focus on health & safety across all areas of our site. To be successful in this role you will have: Experience on an excavator or wheel loader. Previous experience in machine operating, labouring, manual handling or in a production environment is highly desirable. A positive attitude at work, whilst being reliable and punctual. A strong commitment to safety is essential. Knowledge of the timber industry is favorable. Be physically fit, with the ability to manually handle various sizes of timber product. The ability to work effectively within a team environment and produce work to a high standard. What we can offer you: Secure, permanent work on an ongoing basis. A competitive, above award hourly rate starting at $30.20 + super. Paid overtime opportunities as required. Opportunities to learn new things and be trained across various plant machinery. Career growth and progression opportunities for the right candidate. A positive work environment with supportive management. A company who values employee health, safety and wellbeing. About Us Join our team and be part of a diversified group with over 30 years of experience leading the way in the forestry, agricultural, and permaculture industries. We''re dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources and have a longstanding commitment to responsible and functional use of these resources in our businesses. At the Pentarch Group, you''ll have the opportunity to contribute to pursuing new ideas, support local communities, and help shape a business that focuses on a sustainable future. Your skills and passion can make a real difference by building on our decades of expertise. Visit www.pentarch.com.au to learn more. Please note that all employees are required to undertake a drugs and alcohol test and complete a preemployment questionnaire before commencing employment. To join us and become a vital part of our mission, apply now. #J-18808-Ljbffr