Position Recycling Hand / Sorter

Work Location 150 Jessop Drive, Waste Management Facility

Directorate Community Services

Section Waste and Recycling

Reports to Recycling Coordinator

Hourly Salary Band $38.77 + 25% loading

Classification Level 2, Mount Isa City Council Certified Agreement 2024

Engagement Type Casual, ongoing

POSITION OBJECTIVE

In your role as a Recycling Hand / Sorter you will perform a variety of manual labour tasks associated with
the separation and processing of a variety of recycled materials, these materials are processed through the
Materials Recovery Facility. You may also be required to operate light and medium equipment. Reporting
to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for the monitoring of the flow of materials and quality
control.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

- Ability to work as part of a team but also independently.
- You have a safety-first attitude.
- Have a ‘can do’ attitude.
- Be hands on in your work.
- Be available to have full availability including weekends.
- Forklift licence is desired, but not essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the following areas and includes but is not limited to:

- Ideally previous experience in a fast-paced Warehouse or Factory environment.
- Sort recyclable materials from a conveyor belt.
- Remove waste so it does not damage plant equipment or the product.
- Check materials and sort into designated areas by type, size, condition, or colour.
- Report system problems immediately to management.
- Be familiar with, and undertake all work in accordance with, relevant policies, regulations and

legislation.

- Follow directives and obey WHS rules and be responsible for your own safety and the safety of

others.
Out-of-ordinary hours work may be required.



Council reserves the right to change these duties at any time.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

- All assigned tasks completed professionally and on time.

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY

All employees of Council have an obligation to comply with Work Health and Safety legislation including
Council’s Work Health policies, procedures, and work instructions.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

When joining Mount Isa City Council, you are provided with pathways and opportunities to grow and
achieve your potential. Eligible employees can access our Employee Assistance Program, elect to join our
free Immunisation Program, and enjoy sporting reimbursement opportunities. Full-time employees receive
5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata to part-time employees, not applicable to casual employment) to enjoy time
outside the workplace!

MOUNT ISA CITY COUNCIL VALUES

We consider our values vital in how we serve our community. Mount Isa City Council’s values are Integrity,
Service and Accountability.

INTEGRITY SERVICE ACCOUNTABILITY

HOW TO APPLY

What to include in your application:

To assess your suitability, please provide the following information:

- Write a maximum of 2 pages on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities

meet the position requirements of the role.
- Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your

capabilities,



work performance and conduct within the previous two years.
- Please contact the nominated person on the Role Description if you require any reasonable

adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Submitting your application:

- Submit online at: https://www.mountisa.qld.gov.au/City-Council/Careers/Current-Opportunities; or
- Email Human Resources on [email protected]
- Both word and PDF are accepted file formats.

Please note that:

- Council undertakes a range of checks and assessment methods to assist in selection, including

criminal history checks, pre-employment medical etc.
- Mount Isa City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Council strongly

encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
- Applicants must be eligible to live and work within Australia.
- We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and

promote human rights and diversity.

- All workers of Council are responsible for the wellbeing, physical, emotional and cultural safety of

the children and young people who receive our services.

- All workers are expected to act in accordance with the Child Secure Organisations Act 2024, including

the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle in their physical and online interactions with
children and young people, including outside the course of their work for the Council.

- All workers are subject to the Reportable Conduct Scheme and its obligations as per the Child Safe

Organisations Act 2024. Learn more about our commitment to being a Child Safe Organisation on
our website.

Creation Date August 2024

Review Date 5 November 2026

Contact Recycling Coordinator

Closing date 18 November 2026

📌 Casual Recycling Hand / Sorter (Mount Isa)
🏢 Mount Isa
📍 Mount Isa