Recycling Centre Assistant

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Position Title: Recycling Centre Assistant

Location: Bundamba Corps, Bundamba Classification: General Retail Award 2010 – Level 2 Status: Casual

About the Role

The Recycling Centre Assistant supports the Recycling Centre Manager and Corps Officers in the daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling – Bundamba. This role focuses on delivering a friendly, positive customer experience while contributing to efficient centre operations that uphold The Salvation Army’s mission.

Key duties include receiving, counting, and sorting recyclable containers brought in by customers for refund. The role also assists with the safe operation and maintenance of the centre, including forklift operation and driving an automatic Pantech truck when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of Salvos Container Recycling Bundamba to ensure the centre runs efficiently.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, maintaining cleanliness, stacking and moving crates using a forklift, and driving the Pantech truck when needed.
• Provide respectful, friendly, and helpful customer service at all times.
• Count and sort containers, ensuring correct storage and preparation for third‑party collection.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑presented retail area.
• Operate the cash register, complete reconciliations, and handle cash in line with TSA policy.
• Follow all site processes and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated customer service experience in a retail environment with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Experience in the recycling or transport industry (desirable).
• Strong time‑management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence (essential).
• Forklift Licence (desirable).

What We Offer

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit. 
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives  
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days) 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency. 
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts. 

Conditions

This position is classified under the General Retail Industry Award level 2

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future. 

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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