Operator - Transfer Station

WM New Zealand; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive small team

40 hours per week

Permanent full time

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a dependable General Labourer to ensure the safe, tidy operation of our transfer station and recycling area in Queenstown. You'll assist the public with enquiries while maintaining a professional company image and delivering high-quality customer service.

Key duties include sorting waste, operating onsite plant and equipment, directing traffic, maintaining facilities, and performing light administration.

Qualifications

• Previous operator experience is advantageous.
• Forklift (OSH) licence is desirable.
• Endorsements for operating on site machinery are preferred, training provided.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Good level of fitness is required to perform duties.
• Some computer experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Control the placement of waste and recyclables deposited by customers.
• Operate onsite plant and equipment, such as loaders and similar heavy equipment.
• Direct traffic and provide general information to customers.
• Maintain buildings, grounds, roadways, and landscaping in a clean and tidy condition.
• Undertake general labouring duties as required.
• Assist with general administration, completing all records and paperwork as directed.
• Meet targets for recycling and diversion of waste from landfill.

Skills

Operator experience

Forklift licence

On-site machinery endorsements

Autonomy

Fitness

Computer literacy

Job description

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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.

Company 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

In this role, you will have the responsibility for the safe and tidy operation of the transfer station and recycling area and assisting the public with general enquiries, while maintaining a professional image of the company and delivering high-quality customer service.

Key responsibilities of the position will include:

• Control the placement of waste and recyclables being deposited by customers
• Operate onsite plant and equipment, such as loaders and similar heavy equipment
• Direct traffic and provide general information to customers
• Maintain all buildings, grounds, roadways, and landscaping in a clean and tidy condition
• Undertake general labouring duties as required
• Assist with general administration, completing all records and paperwork as directed
• Meet targets for recycling and diversion of waste from landfill

Qualifications

To be successful in this role:

• Previous operator experience would be an advantage
• A Forklift (OSH) licence is desirable
• Appropriate endorsements for operating on site machinery are preferredhowever training and support will be provided to obtain the required licences for the right candidate.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• A good level of fitness is required to carry out the duties of the role
• Some experience with computers and systems would be advantageous

Additional Information

In return

• $31.00 per hour
• Work with a positive small team.
• 40 hours per week
• Monday - Saturday between 7:30am - 5:00pm
• Permanent full time work
• Based in Queenstown

WM New Zealand is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be in New Zealand and have New Zealand Citizenship, residence or an open work visa.