Fridge Plant Operator – Sustainable Recycling (Perth)

Enva; Perth; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (E

Job summary

Enva in Perth is seeking a Plant Operative to safely operate and support the processing and recycling of refrigeration units. You will handle, de-pollute and dismantle fridges, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

The role requires physical work in a warehouse/processing facility with exposure to noise and heavy machinery. You'll join a team focused on sustainable recovery of materials from waste refrigeration units, maintaining high safety standards and meeting daily

Qualifications

• Experience in a recycling or waste management environment.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations related to recycling.
• Mechanical aptitude or dismantling electronic equipment is advantageous.
• Ability to operate machinery or willingness to be trained.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Fridge processing & de-pollution: Safely process refrigeration units through the designated plant, including preparation, feeding, and monitoring of equipment in line with operating procedures.
• Hazardous component handling: Support the safe removal and segregation of hazardous materials, including refrigerants, oils, and insulation foam, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Plant & machinery operation: Operate and monitor fridge plant machinery, including conveyors, shredders and extraction systems, ensuring efficient throughput and minimal downtime.
• Quality & compliance checks: Inspect incoming fridge units to ensure correct categorisation and identify any contamination or non-compliant items before processing.
• Health, safety & environmental compliance: Strictly follow all site procedures, particularly those relating to hazardous waste handling and fridge de-pollution, reporting any risks, incidents or equipment faults immediately.
• Production targets: Work collaboratively with the team to achieve daily processing targets while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, safe and organised plant area, ensuring all workspaces remain compliant with housekeeping and safety expectations.
• Flexibility Across Site

Skills

Recycling experience

Mechanical aptitude

Machinery operation

Health and safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Enva in Perth is seeking a Plant Operative to safely operate and support the processing and recycling of refrigeration units. You will handle, de-pollute and dismantle fridges, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

The role requires physical work in a warehouse/processing facility with exposure to noise and heavy machinery. You'll join a team focused on sustainable recovery of materials from waste refrigeration units, maintaining high safety standards and meeting daily