Join a high-performing paper mill where your attitude, reliability and willingness to learn matter most. Develop real technical skills while keeping production running safely and efficiently at Gibson Island!

• fulltime permanent position with demonstrated career growth located in Gibson Island
• 12-hour rotating roster (4 on, 5 off, 4 on – days & nights) - enjoy a 5 day weekend!
• Structured training, stable income and long-term career development

Reporting to the Shift Foreman, you will be involved in operating, monitoring and maintaining large-scale machinery in a continuous manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role where you’ll develop strong technical skills over time, supported by a structured training program.

What You Will Do:

• Operate and monitor the paper machine to meet safety, quality and production targets
• Troubleshoot faults and support resolving equipment issues to minimise downtime
• Carry out routine machine checks and assist with preventative maintenance activities
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance
• Work collaboratively within a team and contribute to continuous improvement initiative

What You Will Bring to the Team:

• Strong reliability and commitment - you show up, take ownership and follow through
• A positive attitude and genuine willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Mechanical aptitude or an interest in understanding how machinery works
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, trades or hands-on environment is highly regarded
• Trade or technical qualifications are advantageous, but not essential
• Comfortable working a 12-hour rotating roster (4 on, 4 off – days and nights)
• Able to work in a physically active, fast-paced industrial environment
• Forklift experience desirable

What you’ll love when you join us:

You’ll be part of a supportive team with a strong focus on developing people - this is a role where you can build long-term skills and grow your career in manufacturing.

• Earning potential: Approx. $110K annually as a trainee through structured roster and 12-hour shifts
• Work-life balance: Work approximately half the year with extended breaks built into your roster
• Stable income: Annualised pay means consistent weekly earnings, regardless of roster pattern
• Structured training: Comprehensive, site-based training program supported by our Enterprise Agreement
• Career growth: Opportunities to develop your technical capability over time in a large-scale operation
• Employee benefits: EAP, discounted health insurance and salary sacrifice options