Operator - Hazardous Waste

2 weeks ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Waste Management Full time

**Company Description**
While WM New Zealand is well known for our iconic red trucks and the role, we play in keeping our communities and environment clean and safe, many people might not be aware of our Technical Services division. This is a specialist team of highly qualified staff with purpose-built processing facilities and specialising in medical and hazardous waste.
**Job Description** About the Role**:
As an Operator, you will play a crucial role in operating our equipment for the processing of medical and biosecurity waste in a safe and responsible manner. With full thorough training provided, this will include a buddy system to ensure safety and confidence within the workplace.
**Qualifications** Key Responsibilities**:

- Loading and operating bin lifters and conveyors
- Operating the Rotoclave steam sterilising units
- Unloading the sterilising units
- Foam washing and lining of bins.
- Movement of wheeled bins around the plant (up to 200kg)
- Some lifting of containers - up to 20kgs
- Palletising of export waste
- Some forklift work.

**Skills/Requirements**:

- A great can-do attitude and willingness to learn. (All training will be provided)
- Forklift experience is desirable but not essential.
- The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills

**Additional Information** What’s in it for you?**
- A competitive hourly rate with discounted healthy insurance including discounts on a range of products for you and your family to enjoy.
- Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, recognition, and continuous improvement
- At WM New Zealand we will invest in your personal development and provide future career opportunities. We also offer a great company culture, and you will get to work with a strong team of like-minded individuals.

**How to apply**

WM New Zealand is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.



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