Recycling Centre Assistant

The Salvation Army; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑fee

$2,650 meal entertainment benefit

EAP and health & wellness initiatives

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander‑

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander‑

Job summary

The Salvation Army Bundamba Corps is seeking a casual Recycling Centre Assistant to support Salvos Container Recycling—Bundamba. You will help run the centre, assist with opening/closing, and ensure a welcoming customer experience.

Key duties include counting and sorting recyclable containers, operating a forklift, and handling cash. A C Class driver’s licence is essential, forklift licence desirable, with training available.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated customer service experience in a retail environment.
• Experience in recycling or transport industry (desirable).
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling Bundamba to ensure the centre runs efficiently.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, maintaining cleanliness, stacking and moving crates using a forklift, and driving the Pantech truck when needed.
• Provide respectful, friendly, and helpful customer service at all times.
• Count and sort containers, ensuring correct storage and preparation for third‑party collection.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑presented retail area.
• Operate the cash register, complete reconciliations, and handle cash in line with TSA policy.
• Follow all site processes and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the manager.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

C Class Driver’s Licence

Forklift Licence

Tools

Forklift operation

Pantech truck driving

Job description

Number of Positions Available

1

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Position Title

Recycling Centre Assistant

Location

Bundamba Corps, Bundamba

Classification

General Retail Award 2010 – Level 2

Contract

Casual

About the Role

The Recycling Centre Assistant supports the Recycling Centre Manager and Corps Officers in the daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling – Bundamba. This role focuses on delivering a friendly, positive customer experience while contributing to efficient centre operations that uphold The Salvation Army’s mission. Key duties include receiving, counting, and sorting recyclable containers brought in by customers for refund. The role also assists with the safe operation and maintenance of the centre, including forklift operation and driving an automatic Pantech truck when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling Bundamba to ensure the centre runs efficiently.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, maintaining cleanliness, stacking and moving crates using a forklift, and driving the Pantech truck when needed.
• Provide respectful, friendly, and helpful customer service at all times.
• Count and sort containers, ensuring correct storage and preparation for third‑party collection.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑presented retail area.
• Operate the cash register, complete reconciliations, and handle cash in line with TSA policy.
• Follow all site processes and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated customer service experience in a retail environment with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Experience in the recycling or transport industry (desirable).
• Strong time‑management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence (essential).
• Forklift Licence (desirable).

What We Offer

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days).
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

Conditions

This position is classified under the General Retail Industry Award level 2.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

Child Safe Organisation

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Values and Commitment

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.

At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.