Labourer

Waste Management; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a Labourer to support daily site operations and general maintenance. You will work with the team to keep the site safe, efficient and compliant with daily and contractual requirements.

Key tasks include loading, unloading, sorting waste, maintaining housekeeping, and completing records accurately. You will also prepare and operate plant and equipment as directed and perform safety checks with the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in the waste industry is desirable.
• Class 1 driver's licence with WTR endorsement desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and able to undertake labouring duties.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of labouring duties including loading, unloading, collecting and sorting waste.
• Maintain a high standard of general housekeeping across the site.
• Complete all records, reporting and paperwork accurately and on time.
• Prepare and operate plant and equipment in accordance with company procedures, while providing assistance and support to other team members as required.
• Carry out daily maintenance and safety checks on equipment, including assisting with cleaning and general upkeep.
• Maintain a professional image of the company and consistently deliver a high standard of service.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Job description

WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling and waste management provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

Job Description

As a Labourer, you’ll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations and general maintenance of our site. You’ll work alongside the wider team to help keep the site running safely, efficiently and to a high standard, while meeting daily and contractual requirements.

• Undertake a range of labouring duties, including loading, unloading, collecting and sorting waste.
• Maintain a high standard of general housekeeping across the site, as directed and required.
• Complete all records, reporting and paperwork accurately and on time.
• Prepare and operate plant and equipment in accordance with company procedures, while providing assistance and support to other team members as required.
• Carry out daily maintenance and safety checks on equipment, including assisting with cleaning and general upkeep.
• Maintain a professional image of the company and consistently deliver a high standard of service.

Qualifications

• Experience in the waste industry is desirable.
• A full Class 1 driver's licence with Wheels, Tracks and Rollers (WTR) endorsement is desirable.
• Ability to work independently while also being a supportive and reliable team member.
• Ability to multitask and work across a variety of areas as required.
• Physically fit and able to undertake a range of labouring duties.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

WM New Zealand is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.
Only applications from those with the legal right and ability to work in New Zealand will be considered for this position.