Yard Person / Truck Driver

Officer, Victoria 3809, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • 2+ years operating industrial sweepers, forklifts, or similar machinery in a yard/production environment.
  • Hold a valid Australian HC driver’s licence (MC licence advantageous).
  • Experience operating trucks for deliveries and performing yard duties (waste management, site tidying, pallet tasks).

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • 3-4 Years Experience

Pay Rate

$30 AUD – $35 AUD (Hour)

Description

About Us:           

Join an energetic team at HYGAIN Feeds Pty Ltd. Hygain started operations in 1983 and has grown progressively over the years extending its global market share, continually evolving its products based on solid nutritional research applied to equine needs.

About the role:  

Hygain is looking for a fit, active and reliable all-rounder to join our production team in Officer on a full-time basis.  This hands-on role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly yard environment while operating industrial sweepers and general plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities:        

  • General yard duties, including waste management and site tidying.
  • Perform daily pre-start checks, basic routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
  • Ensure our farmers waste is wrapped as per company standards.
  • Strapping of recycle pallets.
  • Inverting Damaged Pallets.
  • Safely operate and maintain the industrial sweeper to clean yard, asphalt, and warehouse surfaces.
  • Identify and report any safety hazards or maintenance issues immediately.
  • Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) policies and procedures.
  • Assist with unloading and loading of trucks.
  • Assist with tipping of raw materials.
  • Assist with unloading and loading local and export containers.
  • Gain a basic understanding of the weighbridge function.
  • Competently operate a truck to complete deliveries as required.
  • Assist the production team as required.

About you

To succeed in the role, you will require:

  • Previous experience operating a sweeper, forklift or similar machinery in a yard or production environment.
  • Valid Australian drivers licence and HC licence. A MC licence would be advantageous.
  • Strong  mechanical aptitude and safety-first work ethic.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to learn and take on additional tasks as needed.

Why join HYGAIN?

  • Above award rate
  • Work with a great team
  • Opportunity to advance yourself and continually learn new skills
  • Social club
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If this sounds like the right job for you, bring along your skills and enthusiasm, click ‘Apply’ and include your resume and covering letter. Applications close Sunday 11th October 2026. No agencies please.

Company Overview

Industry leaders in equine feed manufacturing