Recycling Centre Assistant — Forklift & Friendly Service

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

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.