Waste Transfer Station Operator – Outdoor, Safety‑Driven Team

WM; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a permanent, rostered Operator at East Tamaki Transfer Station to join an onsite team delivering essential waste management services. You’ll be the face of the operation, ensuring safety, and operating key machinery as needed.

You’ll interact with customers, manage site standards, and contribute to sorting, disposal, and recycling efforts while developing your career in a vital industry.

Qualifications

• Clean NZ Full Class 1 driver's licence required.
• Wheels (W) and Tracks (T) endorsements preferred.
• Strong safety awareness for you, your team and the public.
• Able to work autonomously, but with a team-first mindset.
• Experience in waste or production line is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Site management to keep the site, buildings and roadways safe and tidy.
• Direct vehicles, assist customers with drop-offs and sorting.
• Operate onsite plant and equipment (if qualified) and perform general labouring.
• Promote efficient sorting, collection and disposal of waste and recyclables.

Skills

Autonomy

Safety awareness

Team player

Job description

WM New Zealand is seeking a permanent, rostered Operator at East Tamaki Transfer Station to join an onsite team delivering essential waste management services. You’ll be the face of the operation, ensuring safety, and operating key machinery as needed.

You’ll interact with customers, manage site standards, and contribute to sorting, disposal, and recycling efforts while developing your career in a vital industry.