Transfer Station Operator - Safe, Hands-on & Customer-Focused

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

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.