Specialised Machine Operator

The Role:

Reporting into the Supervisor you will be required to operate an Elevated Work Platform (EWP), a Jarraff, Tractors and Hedgers to cut, trim and remove trees around powerlines. Working across, but not limited to Portland, Hamilton, and Warrnambool. Typically, you will need to travel up to an hour to reach work sites with opportunities to live away from home.

These roles have job security and give an opportunity to work outdoors in a small team with good work ethic, using well-maintained equipment and state of the art technology.

What is the role?

The key responsibility of this role is to operate Jarraff safely and effectively, as well as ensuring the safe trimming, dismantling and removal of trees. You will rotate throughout the day between duties such as:

• maintenance checks
• implementing drop zones and exclusion zones
• operating the Jarraff
• safety observing, chainsaw operation
• conducting risk assessments

Why choose Active?

• $30-45 per hour subject to experience + superannuation + Fortnightly RDO
• Daily Travel Allowances & Overtime available
• Working hours, Monday to Friday, minimal travel on site 8.5-hour shifts from 7.00am – 4.00pm
• All PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and uniforms provided + tools
• Ongoing training and development opportunities (Elevated Work Platform Licence, Chainsaw ticket, Chipper ticket, Traffic control and First aid)
• Access to the Employee Benefits Program – Great discounts with a variety of retailers

Do you have?

• A current drivers' licence
• Jarraff Machine licence
• The ability to work safely
• The flexibility to Live Away from Home for up to 2 weeks at a time
• White car/First aid/CPR
• MR/HR Truck Licence
• Chainsaw operation qualification (Certificate Level 1 & 2) preferred
• Industry experience and/or qualifications (Cert II ESI Powerline Vegetation Control or Cert III Horticulture/Arboriculture are highly advantageous)

Who are Active?

We are a family and Australian owned company, that is Australia's largest provider of arboriculture, vegetation management and consultancy services. We service and advise major cities, governments, and utility companies across Australia, to help keep our environment safe and green.

At Active, we have a proven track record of nurturing our people, equipping them with the skills and qualifications to succeed. Through traineeships, apprenticeships, and internal development, our team members have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and advance across and up our organisation. Join Active and you will have a clear path to success.

Check out our team member stories on our website

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