Operator - Hazardous Waste

Waste Management; Bay of Plenty; Presencial; NZD 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Ongoing training program

Supportive team culture

PPE provided

Descripción de la vacante

Waste Management is seeking a reliable, motivated operator to contribute to the safe operation of an industrial distillation unit, boiler and oil filter baler. You will work in a supportive team, with PPE provided and ongoing training to develop your skills in an industrial setting.

The role offers permanent full-time hours across rotating shifts, with a focus on safety, environmental compliance and efficient plant operations.

Formación

• A great can-do attitude and willingness to learn. Training provided.
• Forklift experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Rotating shifts across Monday to Friday with flexible patterns.

Responsabilidades

• Operate plant equipment and processing systems safely and efficiently.
• Receive, inspect and process waste oils, sludges, oily water and other approved waste streams.
• Complete plant start-up, shutdown, checks and routine maintenance.
• Monitor plant performance, tank levels and product quality.
• Conduct sampling, inspections and stock reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate operational records and compliance documentation.
• Safely load and unload incoming waste and recovered products.
• Maintain housekeeping, spill prevention and environmental compliance.
• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures including PPE requirements.

Conocimientos

Can-do attitude

Willingness to learn

Ability to work autonomously

Team collaboration

Herramientas

Forklift license

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

About the Role

You will contribute to the safe and efficient operation of an industrial distillation unit, boiler and oil filter baler, ensuring all assigned tasks are completed within each shift.

You will join a supportive work environment with ongoing training and all required personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.

We are looking for a reliable, motivated and responsible individual who demonstrates a strong work ethic, maintains consistent attendance and can work independently to complete assigned duties efficiently and safely.

This is a great opportunity for someone seeking shift-based work in an industrial environment, with ongoing training and support to develop their skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment and processing systems safely and efficiently.
• Receive, inspect and process waste oils, sludges, oily water and other approved waste streams.
• Complete plant start-up, shutdown, operational checks and routine maintenance.
• Monitor plant performance, tank levels and product quality.
• Conduct sampling, inspections and stock reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate operational records and compliance documentation.
• Safely load and unload incoming waste and recovered products.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, spill prevention and environmental compliance.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures, including PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• A great can-do attitude and willingness to learn. (All training will be provided)
• Forklift experience is desirable but not essential.
• The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Rotating shifts across Monday to Friday, with flexibility to work different shift patterns required.
• Permanent full time job with 40 hours per week, with shifts arranged as either standard 8-hour days across five days or longer 10-12-hour shifts over fewer days.
• Experience (moderate) in a production or operations environment
• Can pass a pre-employment police, drug and alcohol test
• Working with flammable solvents so a non-smoker is a plus but a proactive strong drive to safety or following protocols is essential
• Ability to get to site for the shift using own vehicle and for forklift license desirable

Preferred

• Experience in waste management, oil recovery, wastewater treatment, manufacturing, or process plant operations.
• Dangerous Goods awareness or certification.
• First Aid qualification.

Additional Information

• You must be currently in New Zealand with valid work rights (NZ citizenship, residency, or a current work visa)
• WM New Zealand is an EEO employer
• We operate a drug and alcohol-free workplace

What’s In It For You?

A role that’s challenging, varied, and meaningful

A supportive, close-knit team culture

Strong training and development support

Proven career progression within WM New Zealand

Work that makes a genuine environmental impact

At WM, we invest in our people - because they are our greatest asset.