Operator - Transfer Station

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WM New Zealand seeks a motivated Operator to join the West Auckland Resource Recovery Transfer Station team. This hands-on role involves sorting, collecting and disposing of waste and recyclables, helping customers, operating onsite plant and equipment when required, directing traffic, and keeping the site neat, safe. You’ll be active outdoors, work with a team, and make a real difference for the community. Benefits include guaranteed hours, a competitive rate, and a rewarding career path plus a refer a friend scheme. To apply, highlight a Class 1 license with wheel and track endorsements, a safety focus, and any mechanical aptitude or waste-industry experience, plus reliability and strong service orientation.

Company Description

We are New Zealand’s leading materials recovery, recycling, and waste management provider. We are leaders in waste-to-energy and have the largest commercial electric fleet in New Zealand, all powered by electricity from waste. Our team are passionate environmentalists, committed to powering the circular economy for future generations of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Job Description

Looking for a hands-on job where you can help keep things running smoothly and do your bit for the environment? We’re on the lookout for a motivated Operator to join our awesome team at the West Auckland Resource Recovery Transfer Station.

About the role
In this role, you’ll play a key part in sorting, collecting, and disposing of waste and recyclables, helping make sure our operations run safely, efficiently, and in line with our commitment to our customers and community.

No two days will be the same: one moment you’ll be helping customers with their drop-offs, the next you’ll be operating machinery or keeping the site looking its best. It’s a varied role where you’ll stay active, work with a great crew, and make a real difference.

What you’ll be doing:

• Keep an eye on where waste and recyclables are placed, helping customers get it right.
• Operate onsite plant and equipment (if required)
• Direct traffic on site and share info with customers
• Look after the site, keeping buildings, grounds, roadways, and landscaping neat, tidy, and safe.
• Pitch in with general labouring tasks when needed (we’re all about teamwork here).
• Assist with basic admin, like completing records and paperwork as needed.

If you’re someone who enjoys working outdoors, doesn’t mind getting stuck in, and takes pride in doing a good job, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience in the waste industry or production line work (desirable)
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. 
• Minimum of Class 1 driver's license with wheels (W) and tracks (T) endorsements.
• Mechanical Aptitude (desirable)
• Good awareness of safety 
• Demonstrate a high quality of service

Additional Information

• Guaranteed hours and job security
• Competitive hourly rate + company benefits for you and your family to enjoy 
• Refer a friend scheme $1,500 
• Valid and rewarding career path
• Rewarding contribution to the community and environment

We are an essential service, if you are keen to learn and looking for an operating role, we can offer you a great career with us!