Westroads NZ Looking for Plant Operator at Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand Full Time

Introduction:

A bit about us:

At Westroads we have grown from humble beginnings; we want to keep growing and that requires a great team. At Westroads we want all our people to work together and be passionate about our company and the work we do.

On the Coast you will find us in Hokitika, Greymouth, Whataroa, and Haast. Our roading teams help to keep our transport routes functioning; we manage, install, and repair water, stormwater, and sewer infrastructure; and we maintain our Districts’ parks, gardens, playgrounds, and reserves. We have developed an extensive working knowledge of the area and have developed strong relationships with our customers, clients, and suppliers.

What we do differently:

• We train our people and progress them through the company as opportunities arise
• We match up to 4% Kiwisaver from day one, then pay 6% after five years’ service
• We support our people with free access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Description:

Objectives

• Undertake the role of Plant Operator within the Screening and Crushing Department
• Perform driving and labouring duties throughout branch’s respective district when required
• Supervise and manage work crews on screening and crushing site when placed in charge
• Adherence to Company policy and compliance with Health and Safety in all tasks

Work Tasks

Screening and Crushing Plant Operator

• Safe operation of plant including Powerscreen, Metso screen, Metso Crusher and Cone Crusher
• Provide support to the successful running of all crushing and screening plant items
• Manage machine and equipment in a safe and secure way
• Effectively communicate to all site personnel. Respond to signals and directions by the staff and work in coordination with them
• Identify, report and correct hazards as per company policy
• Work in adherence to safe practices, procedures, work site or traffic laws.

Loader Duties

• Knowledge of the loading requirements; load limits and lifting requirements
• Excavate gravels from the beach and river areas as per consent requirements
• Feed gravels to crusher and screen safely
• Stockpile materials safely
• Load trucks efficiently
• Effective use of Loadrite scales
• Accurate recording of all material produced, stockpiled and loaded onto trucks

Maintenance

• Perform daily, weekly and monthly plant checks as per manufactured /Westroads recommendations
• Report damage and maintenance needs as per company policy.
• Routine maintenance of plant ie greasing
• Carry out basic repairs on the plant, eg roller replacement, mesh replacement
• Maintain all fuel and fluid levels and report any fluid consumption issues

Labouring

Labouring is an inherent component to your role and is required. This may include:

• Clearing of blockages on the crusher and screens
• Change of screens
• Maintenance of silt traps
• General labouring such shovelling, digging, raking etc.
• Other duties or tasks as required throughout the West Coast

Other

• Adherence to Company policy

Skills and Experiences:

• 3 years Civil Construction experience
• W, T, R endorsements (Essential)
• Class 2 driver license (Essential)
• Class 4 driver license (Preferred)