At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate forklifts and recycling machinery while managing materials safely.
- Company: Join Cleanaway, Australia's largest waste management company.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and great company perks.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability while gaining hands-on experience.
- Qualifications: Current Forklift Licence and a positive, safety-focused attitude.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Permanent full time position with great rates, penalties & overtime opportunities at our materials recycling facility in Morningside QLD.
The Opportunity
Join our team as a Recycling Operator. This is a hands-on role where you’ll operate forklifts and recycling machinery, move materials safely and efficiently, and support the wider team with general labouring and manual handling tasks.
What You'll Do
- Operate forklifts and recycling machinery
- Safely load, move and manage materials
- Monitor material flow to support efficient processing
- Complete equipment inspections and report any issues
- Perform general labouring and manual handling duties
- Maintain a strong focus on safety and site standards
About You
- Current Forklift Licence (LF)
- Reliable, safety-focused and willing to get hands-on
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Experience in waste, recycling, mining or a similar environment is highly regarded
- Comfortable working around heavy machinery and high-risk equipment
- Willing to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
If you're looking for a hands-on opportunity with a great team and the potential for overtime, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
Join us at Cleanaway and contribute to making a sustainable future possible, together. We transform waste into resources and renewable energy. As a high growth, ASX listed organisation with over 10,000 employees, our goal is to be recognised by our customers as the most innovative and sustainable waste management company with industry leading HSE performance.
Why join Cleanaway?
- Competitive salary package
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career opportunities in a high growth, Australian business
- Supportive and safe work environment
- Paid parental leave
- Great company benefits: Employee share program, company discounts, salary packaging, flu vaccinations, EAP, discounts on private health insurance and more
Our Process
Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, medicals, drug & alcohol testing, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status. We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome candidates of all ages, abilities, gender identities, experiences (including veterans), and cultural backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us by emailing inclusion@cleanaway.com.au.
Join us on our exciting journey towards a sustainable future.
Recycling Operator in Brisbane employer: Cleanaway Careers
Cleanaway Careers offers a dynamic work environment focused on sustainability and innovation in waste management. Employees benefit from diverse roles that contribute to essential services, with opportunities for professional growth and development within a large, ASX-listed organization. The company values teamwork and provides a supportive atmosphere for its staff.
