Loader Operator

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Front End Loader Operator Harvest Season 2026

Seasonal Position Regional South Australia

About Our Client

WorkPac is currently seeking experienced Front End Loader Operators to join the 2026 harvest season across regional South Australia. Working at established grain transport facilities, successful candidates will operate front-end loaders within grain bunkers and load grain into road transport vehicles.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced operators looking for consistent seasonal hours within a safety-focused harvest operation.

Current Opportunities

Thevenard

2 positions available

Early September End December

Arno Bay

1 position available

Early October End December

Lock

2 positions available

Early October End December

What You Will Be Doing:

• Operating front-end loaders safely and efficiently within grain bunkers
• High-lift loading and dumping grain into road transport vehicles
• Operating machinery ranging from 2.5T to 5T capacity
• Conducting pre-start inspections and basic equipment checks
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment
• Following site procedures and all workplace health and safety requirements
• Working effectively within a seasonal harvest team

Equipment operated includes:

• Caterpillar
• Furukawa
• LiuGong
• Volvo

What You Will Need:

• Current Front End Loader ticket/licence or competency
• Demonstrated experience operating front-end loaders in grain, quarry, agricultural, or similar bulk material handling environments
• Proven experience performing high-lift truck loading from grain bunkers
• Ability to safely operate 2.5T5T loaders
• Strong understanding of safe operating procedures
• Current drivers licence and reliable transport
• Excellent work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Australian working rights
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening

Whats In It For You:

• $42.00 per hour base rate + applicable penalties
• $100 per day Away From Home Allowance
• 8.59.5 hour shifts
• Seasonal employment through to the end of December
• Accommodation and meals provided where available
• Monday to Friday work, with occasional Saturday shifts
• Option to stay on site over weekends or return home and travel back for Monday starts
• Work with an established harvest operation across regional South Australia
• Multiple locations and start dates available

Apply Now

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the Apply Now button.

For more information, please contact:

Recruitment Coordinator: Taylor Clark

?? Mobile: 0447 354 175

?? Email: taylor.clark@workpac.com

Job Reference: 7004J202697741

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.