Operator - Transfer Station

Waste Management; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Ongoing training

Job summary

Waste Management in New Zealand is seeking reliable Transfer Station Operators for Pauanui, Martarangi, Whitianga, Thames and Coromandel sites. You will help run the transfer station safely, handle traffic and assist customers, plus operate plant and equipment.

We offer permanent, full-time (up to 36 hours) and part-time (up to 25 hours) roles, competitive rates, ongoing training and a supportive team culture where your mahi is valued.

Qualifications

• You’ll be practical, dependable and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• A current full Class 1 New Zealand driver licence.
• Experience operating loaders, excavators or compactors.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Directing customers and traffic safely around the transfer station.
• Guiding the correct placement of waste and recyclable materials.
• Operating onsite plant and equipment.
• Helping maximise recycling and reduce waste sent to landfill.
• Keeping buildings, grounds and roadways clean and tidy.
• Completing general labouring and basic administrative duties.
• Maintaining accurate records and paperwork.
• Delivering professional and friendly customer service.
• Following all health, safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Full Class 1 NZ driver licence

Loader/Excavator/Compactor experience

Health and safety commitment

Good communication and customer

Basic computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Initiative and reliability

Loader licence advantageous

Class 4 licence advantageous

Job description

Job Description

We have both part-time and full-time opportunities available for reliable and safety-focused Transfer Station Operators at our Pauanui, Martarangi, Whitianga, Thames and Coromandel sites.

The role you’ll play

You’ll help keep the transfer station running safely and efficiently while providing friendly, helpful service to our customers. This is a varied, hands-on position involving customer assistance, traffic management, site maintenance and the operation of plant and equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Directing customers and traffic safely around the transfer station.
• Guiding the correct placement of waste and recyclable materials.
• Operating onsite plant and equipment.
• Helping maximise recycling and reduce waste sent to landfill.
• Keeping buildings, grounds and roadways clean and tidy.
• Completing general labouring and basic administrative duties.
• Maintaining accurate records and paperwork.
• Delivering professional and friendly customer service.
• Following all health, safety and environmental procedures.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

You’ll be practical, dependable and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

• A current full Class 1 New Zealand driver licence.
• Experience operating equipment such as loaders, excavators or compactors.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and a hands-on approach.
• Initiative, reliability and strong situational awareness.
• A loader or forklift licence would also be an advantage.
• A Class 4 licence would be an advantage but is not essential.

What’s in it for you

• Full-time hours up to 36 hours per week, rostered across 7 days.
• Part-time hours up to 25 hours per week, rostered across 7 days.
• Permanent work in a stable industry
• Competitive rates
• Ongoing training, development, and upskilling
• A supportive team culture where your mahi is valued

Additional Information

WM New Zealand is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

You must currently be in New Zealand and hold the legal right to work here through citizenship, residency or a valid work visa.