Plant Operator

Description At Firth, we ensure our concrete meets all rules and standards, keeping schedules on track and ensuring customer satisfaction. We're on an exciting journey towards environmental sustainability and developing the skills of our people is integral to that plan. Join us as a Plant Operator at our Whanganui plant Our Role This hands‑on role is a great mix of coordination, scheduling, and customer contact. It is perfect for someone with excellent customer service and communication skills, proficient data entry abilities, a keen eye for detail, and efficient time management skills. Teamwork is highly valued, and your role plays a crucial part in it. The position involves physical tasks, including heavy lifting, as materials are handled regularly. You will be required to operate and maintain the concrete plant to produce and dispatch concrete that meets all regulatory, customer, and Firth standards. You will work closely with our drivers, organizing our fleet to ensure orders are dispatched in a timely fashion in accordance with loading schedules. You will work as part of a team to ensure the manufacture and delivery of superior quality products that are fit for purpose and meet customer specifications. What's in it for you? Good hourly rate - paid weekly Range of staff discounts – PlaceMakers/Mico, PBTech, Southern Cross + more Employee Education Fund – Available to all permanent employees & your immediate whanau Having a good mechanical aptitude this role offers the right person the opportunity to get your foot in the door with a business that can offer you real future career opportunities, so a positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills will set you apart. We want to train you up to be a concrete all‑rounder, so the opportunities are endless. What You Will Bring Good literacy, numeracy, and computer skills Ready to commit to making great concrete on time. Can‑do attitude and willingness to learn. Attention to details and accuracy Providing excellent customer service is important, leaving a good impression. Ready to contribute and be part of a team. Research shows that females and minority groups don’t apply for roles unless they match % the job description. We are proud of your diversity and see it as one of the things that make us stronger. We welcome your individuality and encourage you to bring your true self to work. #J-18808-Ljbffr