Operator - Transfer Station

We have both part-time and full-time opportunities available for reliable and safety-focused Transfer Station Operators.

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.

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

To Apply 

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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.