Casual Recycling Centre Assistant: Forklift & Service

The Salvation Army Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Health & wellness programs

Cultural support programs

Training & development

Purpose-driven careers

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a casual Recycling Centre Assistant at Bundamba. You will support daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling Bundamba, focusing on a friendly customer experience while assisting with forklift operations and occasional Pantech truck driving.

Responsibilities include handling container counts for refunds, maintaining a clean retail area, and processing cash in line with TSA policy. Prior retail customer service and time management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Retail customer service experience in a team setting.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence is essential.
• Forklift licence is desirable and forklift operation will be required.
• Experience in recycling or transport-related roles is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling Bundamba.
• Assist with opening/closing, cleanliness, crate stacking, forklift use, and Pantech truck driving when needed.
• Provide respectful, friendly, and helpful customer service at all times.
• Count and sort containers for refunds and prepare for third‑party collection.
• Maintain a clean, safe, well‑presented retail area.
• Operate the cash register, reconcile cash, and follow TSA policy.
• Follow all site processes and perform duties as directed by management.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

C Class Licence

Forklift Licence

Tools

Forklift operation

Pantech truck driving

Job description

The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a casual Recycling Centre Assistant at Bundamba. You will support daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling Bundamba, focusing on a friendly customer experience while assisting with forklift operations and occasional Pantech truck driving.

Responsibilities include handling container counts for refunds, maintaining a clean retail area, and processing cash in line with TSA policy. Prior retail customer service and time management skills are essential.