Sorter

WorkPac; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Penalty rates

Safety culture onsite

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking a Recycling Sorter in Queensland, Australia, starting on a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. You will sort recyclable materials on a conveyor line, work with the team to keep operations safe and efficient, and help record waste data for customers and councils.

Immediate start with penalties in pay for overtime. Ideal candidates have warehousing/manufacturing or waste industry experience, a valid drivers license and reliable transport, and are comfortable

Qualifications

• Experience in warehousing, manufacturing, waste, production or similar work.
• Drivers Licence and reliable transport.
• Experience with operating machinery or equipment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Sort recyclable materials on a conveyor line to ensure quality recycling outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with team members to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and safe.
• Conduct waste audits and accurately record information for customers and local councils.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic safety checks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental outcomes.
• Support general site housekeeping and operational activities as required.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Manufacturing experience

Waste/recycling experience

Machinery operation

Job description

Job details

• $38.43/hr + penalties
• Stable, long term work!
• Overtime paid at penalty rates!

About The Client

Our client is a leading provider of waste management, recycling and resource recovery services, supporting businesses, industrial operations and local communities. Their services include waste collection, recycling, treatment, resource recovery and specialised environmental solutions.

Shift Structure

Monday to Friday | Starting at 7am and finishing around 3:30pm

What You Will Be Doing

In this role you will be working as a recycling sorter to help sort recycling materials, with your main duties being as followed:

• Sort recyclable materials on a conveyor line to ensure quality recycling outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with team members to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and safe.
• Conduct waste audits and accurately record information for customers and local councils.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic safety checks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and environmental outcomes.
• Support general site housekeeping and operational activities as required.

What You Will Need

• Drivers Licence + reliable transport
• Experience in warehousing, manufacturing, waste, production or similar work
• Experience with operating machinery or equipment (Advantageous)

What's in it For You

• Immediate start available!
• Opportunity to move onto other projects!
• Great payrate and safety culture onsite!

Reference Number: BSINDJ2026144602

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.