Waste Operations Assistant

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Goterra Full time
At Goterra, we believe climate change is the crisis of our time. We design and build modular robotic infrastructure that uses insects to manage food waste.

We're looking for a Waste Operations Assistant to join our team working at our waste processing facility in Sydney.

If you're looking for a positive and engaged workplace with satisfying and meaningful work, this could be the opportunity for you.


The role of the Waste Operations Assistant is to assist the Waste Operator in the daily operations of the waste processing facility.


Tasks include but are not limited to:

  • Maintaining waste management facilities and equipment to agreed standards (e.g. sweeping and mopping concrete slab, hosing and scrubbing equipment)
  • Carrying out routine and heavy duty cleaning tasks
  • Stocking and maintaining equipment and supplies
  • Assisting with manual handling of solid and liquid organic (food) waste material
  • Assisting in manually removing contaminants from the waste stream e.g. glass and metal
  • Following all work health and safety regulations
  • Carrying out all duties in line with Goterra's policies, procedures and processes
  • Other duties as reasonably directed

Requirements:

At Goterra we love what we do.

We work hard, and we have fun doing it We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic team players who take pride in their work and can be relied on to get the job done.


  • Well developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact positively with other team members
  • A positive "can do" attitude and commitment to working with other members of the team to get the job done
  • The ability to perform allocated duties with mínimal supervision, while also adhering to agreed protocols
  • The ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, e.g. some lifting of cleaning equipment, being outdoors on your feet for the duration of the shift, and working directly with food waste
  • A valid Australian driver's licence and reliable transport

Appointment Factors:

  • A successful Proof Of Identity and Right To Work In Location/Australia 100 Point Identification Check is required for this position

Benefits

Benefits of working at Goterra:

  • Goterra is a leading waste management technology startup that was instrumental in developing national regulation for insect protein production we're leading the way in this emerging industry
  • Be part of a diverse and multidisciplinary team doing exciting and ground breaking work, alongside people who believe in what they're doing and are aligned in mission and purpose
  • You'll be paid above award rates, with generous conditions including paid employer parental leave, welfare packs, leave to volunteer in your community, the opportunity to take part on our ESOP scheme, and great learning and development opportunities
  • You'll have the chance to make a real impact on stopping one of the leading causes of climate change, every day. Literally, we're doing it right now, as you read this

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