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Operations Team Member

CompanyBlueScope
LocationTamworth
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 13, 2026
About The Company
With over 16,500 people across 14 countries, BlueScope is a leading international supplier of steel products and solutions for building and construction markets. Australia’s largest manufacturer, BlueScope’s portfolio of brands includes COLORBOND®, ZINCALUME® and TRUECORE® steels and the LYSAGHT® range of building products. Steel plays a critical role in sustainable development. To BlueScope, sustainability means developing, manufacturing and selling steel products and solutions in a way that provides for a sustainable future, with a focus on continuous improvement, adopting new operating methods and anticipating new products for the future. BlueScope’s long-term growth is underscored by the sustainability of steel and the critical role it will play in supporting a sustainable society. We take a life-cycle approach, looking at the impact of a product over its entire life and focusing on the four principles of a circular economy: reduce, reuse, remanufacture and recycle. Our steel products and services ensure that we contribute to the opportunities and challenges of society’s move to a lower-carbon economy. To deliver long-lasting value and meet the expectations of all of our stakeholders, our business must transform on all fronts. Read BlueScope's latest Sustainability Report at bluescope.com/sustainable-steel. Interested in an exciting career at one of Australia’s most reputable companies with a track record of making things happen? Learn more at bluescope.com and watch regular video stories here on LinkedIn—produced in-house with our people around the world.
About the Role

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

Our Lysaght business is looking for a Operations Team Member to join the Production Team based in Tamworth, NSW. Made in Australia since 1921, Lysaght manufactures and markets steel building products that have helped shape the nation: from iconic corrugated roofing over Australian homes, to large commercial and industrial projects.

No previous operations or manufacturing experience? No problem - we provide comprehensive on-the-job training and ongoing support to help you build a long-term career with us. Our team members play a vital role in our production and manufacturing environment. Team members with training will operate machinery to create smarter solutions for our customers, while monitoring product quality, remaining committed to their safety and that of the team.

This is a permanent full-time position, working Monday to Friday in a day-work position, you will receive ongoing training and support to learn all aspects of our technician role allowing for future career development opportunities. 

What Will You Do?

This diverse role will offer you variety each day, providing you with scope to showcase your skills that impacts the safety of our people as well as the quality of our products. You will:

  • operate a forklift, gantry cranes and processing machinery
  • safely preloading and unloading our products to trucks
  • safely pack and strap our steel products on site to create specific orders
  • support the team with general tasks

More About You

Being a reliable and dedicated individual with a willingness to learn and develop yourself, you will also bring: 

  • experience in a similar operating environment
  • a willingness to undertake forklift training and obtain the relevant license
  • a positive attitude and a desire to work in a role that offers career progression
  • experience in working in a fast-paced environment
  • commitment to your own safety and wellbeing and care for others

Why BlueScope​

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:​

  • Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.​
  • Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.​
  • Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.​
  • Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. ​

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.​ At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.

It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.” ​

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers​

Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close Monday 23 November 2026

Key Skills
Machinery operationForklift operationGantry crane operationProduct quality monitoringSafety compliancePackingStrappingLoadingUnloadingManufacturing processes
Categories
ManufacturingTradesLogisticsConstruction
Benefits
On-the-job trainingOngoing supportCareer development opportunitiesWork-life flexibility
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Operations Team Member will operate machinery, forklifts, and gantry cranes to process and move steel products safely. They are also responsible for monitoring product quality and ensuring all tasks are performed in compliance with safety standards.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
7801
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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