What are you going to do

Looking for a flexible role that fits around your side hustle? We're seeking a reliable and safety-focused Casual Terminal Operator to join our clients operations team based at Port Botany. This hands-on position is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, variety, and the opportunity to build capability in a specialised industrial environment.

As a Terminal Operator, you'll support the safe and efficient running of terminal operations. Every shift brings something different, and you'll be an important part of ensuring product movements and on-site activities run smoothly.

  • Perform all terminal operations including shipping, product transfers, and tank gauging, including stock level calculations

  • Maintain stock control and accurate recording of product movements

  • Conduct truck loading operations and assist with the loading of packaged goods

  • Operate terminal control systems and follow established operational procedures

  • Carry out routine equipment checks and support site safety and housekeeping standards

  • Assist with coordination of deliveries, vessel operations, and general terminal tasks as required

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • A trade qualification in a Mechanical / Technical field would be highly desirable
  • Training and experience in truck and ship loading, as well as wharf duties is bonus but not required
  • Experience in chemical handling facility operations desirable
  • Understanding of handling Dangerous Goods and Hazardous chemicals
  • Computer literacy
  • Physically fit and ready for a hands-on job.
  • Valid forklift license or willing to obtain
  • Confined space training certification or be willing to obtain
  • Willingness to complete a police check and drug and alcohol test.

What we offer

  • Flexible casual work - ideal for someone managing a side hustle or other commitments
  • Overtime after 35 hours and weekends.
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Darren Leavey

Closing: April 12, 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-245419

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Darren Leavey

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