Machine Operator (Multiple Vacancies)

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 Distribution is looking for a Machine Operator to join the warehouse operations team based in Eagle Farm, QLD. BlueScope Distribution is a single-source provider of product, processing and service solutions in steel and aluminium product. The business supports customers in a variety of industries and works with them to help deliver projects on time and to specification. BlueScope Distribution supports its customers by helping them find the freedom to do what they do best.

This opportunity will see you operate processing machinery, for example slitter or shear line to process orders for our customers, while monitoring product quality and remaining committed to your safety and that of the team. You will receive ongoing training and support to learn all aspects of our Machine Operator role, allowing for future career development opportunities.

These full-time, permanent roles offer a competitive weekly rate (pre-tax) starting from $1,310.24 (not including loading or allowances), plus superannuation. You’ll also be eligible for overtime, public holiday pay and quarterly bonus. Our operations run 5 days a week, with opportunities across day and afternoon shifts. Afternoon shift attracts a 20% shift loading allowance.

Shift times include:

• Day shift: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Afternoon shift: 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm

What Will You Do?

As a valued member of our Eagle Farm team, you will:

• operate machinery to process orders for our customers
• operate remote gantry cranes and forklifts
• accurately pick and pack orders to prepare for customer delivery
• successfully contribute to a safe working environment

More About You

We are on the lookout for dedicated team players who have:

• experience operating steel forming machinery within a processing environment
• strong communication, problem solving and self-management skills 
• the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment 
• high commitment to safety 

Why BlueScope​

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:​

• Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.​
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.​
• Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. ​

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.​ At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

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.