• Work Type: Full-time position
• Location: Chatswood, Sydney NSW
• Would you like an exciting challenge?
• Would you like to be a part of a new and innovative Recycling operation?
• Would you like to make a difference to the lives of people with disabilities?

About Us

We are one of Australia's leading providers of disability services. We are dedicated to human rights and to ensuring individuals with a disability have greater choice, control, and freedom over their lives. Our goal is to be a trusted partner, helping to create a more independent life for people, now and in the future.

About the Role

Leading a small team of supported employees, the Team Leader – Recycling will be responsible for overseeing the day to day activities of the recycling plant and ensuring that the operations are carried out in accordance with the Contract and Customer specifications.

• Monday – Friday, 8am-4pm
• Regular Saturday work available
• Salary Packaging available
• Ongoing professional development
• Close to Public Transport
• Company mobile phone

Key Accountabilities

• Manage the production line of recyclable items ensuring items are sorted in line with contract specifications
• Assist with the overall management of the waste site operations, plan work and efficiently organise the recycling plant in order to meet agreed timeframes
• Supervise and assist supported employees with ongoing training, mentoring and support in their roles
• Ensure correct and safe storage of materials, equipment and chemicals
• Uphold a high level of customer service at all times

• Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition
• Apply workplace health and safety guidelines and procedures as per legislation

• Responsible for the overall safety and wellbeing of all who attend the site

Full training will be provided to applicants who can demonstrate their ability to work as part of a cohesive and supportive team, and have a true desire to transition to this type of work.

People with disabilities are also encouraged to apply for positions within the Facility Services teams. We are a large not-for-profit organisation that offers a wide range of jobs for people with disabilities.

To be considered for this position applicants need to address the following minimum selection criteria. Please apply using our website, and upload in one file your application letter with selection criteria, and resume.  

• Willingness to work as part of a team
• Self-motivated and ability to work alone 
• Able to follow instructions
• Commitment to work within and demonstrate HWNS values
• Willing and able to provide a supportive workplace for other team members

To attract the best candidates we offer career development opportunities, access to comprehensive competency based staff training and salary packaging options.

A full Position Description is attached below.