Operator - Recycling

Waste Management Pte Ltd; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, full-time role

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and upskilling

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking an Operator to process recycling collected from various sources and prepare material for transport. The role requires reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with a strong focus on safety.

Experience with mobile plant, forklift operation, or the ability to gain a wheels endorsement is preferred; training and support are provided to ensure safe, accurate work.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Current OSH Forklift Certificate, Endorsement or relevant experience.
• Current First Aid knowledge and safety commitment.
• Physically fit with ability to lift 20–30 kg throughout shifts.
• Reliable, punctual and able to travel to work with own transport.

Responsibilities

• Process recycling collected from various sources and prepare material for transport.
• Operate in a fast-paced production environment with emphasis on safety.
• Collaborate in a team and follow safe work methods.
• Wheels endorsement or ability to gain one; forklift/loader experience viewed favourably.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Forklift operation

First Aid

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reliability

Physical fitness

Tools

Forklift Certificate

OSH Forklift Endorsement

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Let’s take care of work that matters - people, place and purpose. From roads to recycling to reporting, everyone at WM New Zealand (WM) helps take care of our people, protect our whenua and support our communities.

We’re more than waste management – we’re problem solvers, innovators, and hands-on doers. Every one of us, whether behind the wheel, on the tools, or shaping strategy behind the scenes, is helping build a better Aotearoa.

We all pull together on this waka and if you want work that matters, with people who’ve got your back, you’re in the right place.

Job Description

The role you’ll play

We are looking for an Operator to process recycling collected from various sources and preparing the material for transport.

This role requires somebody that is reliable and can work in a team. You must be able to work in a fast paced production type environment while maintaining safe and accurate work methods. We have a strong focus on safety and provide the training and support to ensure that you are well equipped to carry out the requirements of the role.

Part of this role will be the operation of some mobile plant therefore a wheels endorsement or the ability to gain one along with some experience driving forklifts and loaders would be viewed favourably.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

We're looking for someone who is reliable, safety-conscious, and willing to learn. While it would be great if you have all of the following skills and experience, they are not essential:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A current OSH Forklift Certificate, F Endorsement, or relevant forklift operating experience (highly desirable).
• A current First Aid Certificate or First Aid knowledge, along with a strong commitment to health and safety.
• Physically fit, with the ability to safely lift 20–30kg throughout the shift.
• Flexible with working days and hours as required.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to travel to work using your own transport.
• Experience working in plastics manufacturing or material compounding would be an advantage.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you

• Permanent, full-time work in a stable industry
• Competitive rates
• Enjoy a role that keeps you on your toes, offering constant challenges with a competitive salary.
• Ongoing training, development, and upskilling
• A supportive team culture where your mahi is valued

WM New Zealand is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.