Loader Operator - Multiple Vacancies & Shifts Available

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

BlueScope Building Components has multiple vacancies for Loader Operators to join our production team based in Novar Gardens. BlueScope Building Components, a division of BlueScope in Australia, manufactures and markets steel building products, solutions and services through our leading brands: Lysaght, Fielders and Ranbuild.

As a Loader Operator, you’ll play an important role in keeping our warehouse operations running smoothly and ensuring our products are safely and efficiently prepared for delivery to our customers.

Working in a busy warehouse environment, you’ll use your forklift skills to safely move, load and prepare steel products for despatch. There will also be opportunities to learn other aspects of our operations, with ongoing training and support provided to help you build your skills and develop your career with BlueScope.

Our operators come from all walks of life and occupations. We value diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves. We encourage women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply

Want to know what it's like to work at Novar Gardens? Click here to learn more - Careers at BlueScope

What We Offer

These full-time, permanent roles offer a competitive weekly rate starting from $1,061.72, with the ability to progress to $1,158.62, depending on your skills and experience. You’ll also be eligible for overtime, public holiday pay and quarterly bonus. Our operations run 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, with opportunities across day, afternoon and night shifts. Afternoon shift attracts a 15% shift loading allowance and night shift attracts a 30% shift loading allowance.

Shift times include:

• Day shift: 6:30 am–2:30 pm
• Afternoon shift: 2:30 pm–10:30 pm
• Night shift: 10:30pm – 6:30am (commencing Sunday evenings)

What Will You Do?

This hands-on role offers plenty of variety and plays an important part in both the safety of our people and the quality of the products we deliver. Your responsibilities will include:

• safely operating a forklift in a busy warehouse environment
• preloading and loading steel products onto trucks for despatch
• moving products safely and accurately around the site
• operating processing machinery as required
• conducting routine safety and equipment checks
• assisting with general warehouse duties and keeping the work area clean and organised
• working closely with your team to meet customer and despatch requirements

More About You

You’re someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work and working as part of a team. You understand the importance of safety, take pride in doing a job well and are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Reliable and dedicated, you’ll also bring:

• a current High Risk Work License – Forklift (LF), with previous side loader and/or high reach forklift experience highly regarded
• experience working in a warehouse, manufacturing or similar operating environment
• good communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude
• a willingness to learn and develop new skills
• the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• respect for others and an appreciation for a diverse and inclusive workplace
• a commitment to your own safety and wellbeing, as well as the safety of those around you

What’s in it for you?

• Full-time employment with consistent shift hours
• Eligibility for quarterly performance and safety bonuses
• Ongoing training and development to help you build your skills
• Career development opportunities within BlueScope
• Access to employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives, including our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Real Deals

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process is designed to give you the chance to learn more about us while we get to know you. It involves:

• submitting your application
• completing an online assessment
• attending a face-to-face interview and site tour
• if successful, prior to commencing, you will be required to successfully complete pre-employment medical (including a drug and alcohol screen) and reference checks.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.” ​

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers​

Join us, creating strength for the future.