Are you an experienced Concrete Batcher and Front End Loader Operator ready to step up into site leadership?
We are partnering with a leading Australian concrete manufacturer to recruit a Batcher in Charge based in Bundaberg. This isn’t just an operating job—it is a clear pathway into plant leadership, logistics coordination, and site management.
Bring your hands-on batching background and solid loader skills to lead daily production, coach the local team, and keep site operations running safely at peak performance.
What’s on Offer?
Top Pay: $40.23 per hour + penalty rates and overtime.
Career Security: Ongoing temp-to-perm assignment with a clear opportunity to transition to a permanent role after 6 months.
Structured Roster: Day shift schedule (early AM starts) Monday to Saturday, including Saturday shifts from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM (every second Saturday based on workload).
Streamlined Hiring: Rapid recruitment process with a single interview round, pre-employment medical, and quick site orientation.
Your Key Responsibilities
As the Batcher in Charge, you will oversee day-to-day operations at the Bundaberg production plant:
Concrete Production: Produce concrete strictly compliant with Australian Standards, approved mix designs, and water-trim specifications.
Leadership & Coaching: Direct, coach, and mentor batchers and agitator drivers while resolving minor on-site operational disputes.
Customer & Logistics Support: Process customer orders courteously and collaborate with allocators on tolling and fleet management to improve delivery costs.
Stock & Quality Control: Perform weekly and monthly material reconciliations, safety/environmental audits, and manage COD collections.
HSEQ & Maintenance: Drive on-site safety culture using the 3C hazard reporting process, supervise contractor safety, and raise timely plant Work Orders (WOs).
Candidate Requirements
Mandatory Experience: Minimum 6 months of hands-on concrete batching experience.
Mandatory Licences: Current Front End Loader (FEL) Ticket / VOC and a valid Driver’s Licence.
Desirable Tickets: Construction White Card, Forklift Licence (LF), Confined Space Entry, and Working at Heights Certification.
Working Rights: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident only.
Aptitude: Strong operational problem-solving skills, solid leadership qualities, and clear communication.
Apply Now
If you have the batching background and loader capability to step into plant leadership, submit your resume today or contact Kate at kate.farmer@randstad.com.au.
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