Waste Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Operations Supervisor

This is a Full time job

Are you organised, reliable and enjoy working in a team? Do you thrive on challenges that require you to think outside the box? Look no further!

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Waste Minimisation Educator

at Innovative Waste Kaikoura

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Kaikoura, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Flexible part-time role with variety and meaningful work
Join the nationally recognised Enviroschools network

Flexible part-time role with variety and meaningful work
Join the nationally recognised Enviroschools network

Lead waste minimisation education and Enviroschools facilitation to inspire lasting sustainability action across Kaikōura.

subClassification: Teaching - PrimaryTeaching - Primary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed six days ago

Kaiārahi Para Māro - Solid Waste Lead

at Matamata-Piako District Council

This is a Full time job

Te Aroha, Waikato

$102,976 – $121,149 per year

Lead waste strategy, planning and future service delivery.
Drive compliance, asset planning and waste minimization.
Influence sustainable outcomes across the district.

Lead waste strategy, planning and future service delivery.
Drive compliance, asset planning and waste minimization.
Influence sustainable outcomes across the district.

Lead waste strategy, planning and innovation to shape sustainable services for our district’s future.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Operations Supervisor

at JJ Richards & Sons Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Are you organised, reliable and enjoy working in a team? Do you thrive on challenges that require you to think outside the box? Look no further!

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Truck Driver | Waste Operator - Wellington

at JJ Richards & Sons Ltd

This is a Full time job

Seaview, Wellington

$30 – $36 per Hour + Monthly KPI BONUS!

Truck Driver / Waste Operator | Monthly Bonus | Multiple Roles | Wellington
Comprehensive Training | Full-Time | Permanent | 95 Years Trusted Experience
Proudly Family-Owned | Operated across New Zealand, Australia and United States

Truck Driver / Waste Operator | Monthly Bonus | Multiple Roles | Wellington
Comprehensive Training | Full-Time | Permanent | 95 Years Trusted Experience
Proudly Family-Owned | Operated across New Zealand, Australia and United States

Truck Driver / Waste Operator - Wellington | Work With Us! Have a Truck Licence & Interested in a Career within an Essential Services Industry?

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Waste Minimisation Educator

at Innovative Waste Kaikoura

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Kaikoura, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Flexible part-time role with variety and meaningful work
Join the nationally recognised Enviroschools network

Flexible part-time role with variety and meaningful work
Join the nationally recognised Enviroschools network

Lead waste minimisation education and Enviroschools facilitation to inspire lasting sustainability action across Kaikōura.

subClassification: Teaching - PrimaryTeaching - Primary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Class 2 Gantry Truck Driver – Skip Bin Operations

at Purpose Fill Waste and Recycling

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$29 – $33 per hour

Above market pay rates for the right candidate.
Opportunities to develop in a fast growing, privately owned company.
Consistent hours, year round work.

Above market pay rates for the right candidate.
Opportunities to develop in a fast growing, privately owned company.
Consistent hours, year round work.

This is not an entry-level role - it's for drivers who value consistency and are committed to excelling in Class 2 work, setting an example for others

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Truck Driver | Waste Operator-Christchurch

at JJ Richards & Sons Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

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subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

22d ago

Listed two days ago

Continuous Improvement Lead

at Galantai Plastics

This is a Full time job

Glendene, Auckland

$110,000 – $120,000 per year

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

• Opportunity to shape a newly created role and make a genuine impact
• Supportive family-owned culture with long-term focus and stability

If you are someone who enjoys improving systems, engaging people, and delivering meaningful operational change, we would love to hear from you.

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed six hours ago

Regional Manager

at KINGS RECRUITMENT LTD

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$150K - $180K + car + health

Lead Hamilton, Tauranga and Rotorua branches in a hands-on Regional Manager role
Drive operational performance, team culture and capability and regional growth
Excellent career step or senior leadership opportunity - $150K - $180K

Lead Hamilton, Tauranga and Rotorua branches in a hands-on Regional Manager role
Drive operational performance, team culture and capability and regional growth
Excellent career step or senior leadership opportunity - $150K - $180K

Regional leadership role overseeing 3 branches. Drive operational performance & shape regional growth within a respected Kiwi service industry leader.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6h ago

Listed one day ago

Driver - Class 2

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$30 per hour plus many more staff perks
Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work
East Auckland location

$30 per hour plus many more staff perks
Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work
East Auckland location

Join WM as a Class 2 Driver and play a key role in ensuring our collections are completed safely, efficiently, and on time.

subClassification: Couriers, Drivers & Postal ServicesCouriers, Drivers & Postal Services

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1d ago

Listed eight days ago

EcoSort Operator

at K2Recruit Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$28.95 per hour

Hands on role supporting Canterbury’s recycling system
Be part of a close knit, safety focused team
Full training provided with opportunities to grow your skills

Hands on role supporting Canterbury’s recycling system
Be part of a close knit, safety focused team
Full training provided with opportunities to grow your skills

Support high quality recycling outcomes through hands on sorting in a fast paced, safety focused environment.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Head of Commercial Delivery

at Smart Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead the end to end delivery of major commercial and operational programmes
Partner with the GM Commercial and operational leaders
Work at the intersection of strategy and execution

Lead the end to end delivery of major commercial and operational programmes
Partner with the GM Commercial and operational leaders
Work at the intersection of strategy and execution

This newly created leadership role focuses on turning commercial growth into safe, reliable and scalable operational delivery.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Experienced Class 2 Driver

at JJ Richards & Sons Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Entry level position for a dedicated worker wanting a career within an essential business, Monday to Friday with early starts.

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed five hours ago

Refuse Transfer Station Operators

at Matamata-Piako District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato

$28.95 – $29.81 per hour

Do you have great customer service experience?
Looking for a varied role?
Full time and casual positions available.

Do you have great customer service experience?
Looking for a varied role?
Full time and casual positions available.

We are looking for reliable and motivated RTS Operators to join us in working toward our waste management and minimisation goals.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

5h ago

Listed three days ago

Sustainability Advisor

at Westpac New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + range of leading employee b

Competitive salary + range of leading employee benefits
Hybrid role + centrally located offices in Britomart + WFH available
5 days wellbeing leave on top of annual leave

Competitive salary + range of leading employee benefits
Hybrid role + centrally located offices in Britomart + WFH available
5 days wellbeing leave on top of annual leave

This is a great opportunity for someone who’s passionate about how business can create positive environmental and social impact

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Labourers

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$30 – $33 per hour

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

Competitive Salary and Benefits
Potential for future work on our projects across the country!
Be apart of the green energy revolution

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking people to join our team for the Te Rahui Solar Project- Starting in June! Up to 9 months of work!

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

23d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Driver / Multi Systems Operator - Class 4

at WM New Zealand

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

We are searching for a Class 4 Driver/ Operator to join the team in Blenheim

subClassification: Couriers, Drivers & Postal ServicesCouriers, Drivers & Postal Services

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7h ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Class 2 Driver/Operator

at JJ Richards & Sons Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

We require a permanent, full time Class 2 Waste Collection driver to join our Christchurch team, based in Hornby.

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed fifteen days ago

Night Cleaner

at United Fisheries

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

4 days a week or more
High performing team
Regular benefits + Health Insurance after six months

4 days a week or more
High performing team
Regular benefits + Health Insurance after six months

Night Cleaner wanted! Competitive salary, career growth, discounts on products & comprehensive training programme included.

subClassification: HousekeepingHousekeeping

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

15d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Process Operator

at New Ground Coffee

This is a Full time job

Wairau Valley, Auckland

$28 – $35 per hour

Fast-growing coffee startup seeks experienced Process Operator. Good Pay. Full training, all shifts. Hands-on role across blending, canning, retort.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

21d ago

Listed three days ago

Bin Runner

at ALH Limited

This is a Full time job

Onehunga, Auckland

$24/hr + Weekly Pay

$24-$25 per hour + Weekly Pay
Monday - Friday | 5:30am - 4pm l Ongoing Work
Onehunga Location l Pre-start Breakfast provided!

$24-$25 per hour + Weekly Pay
Monday - Friday | 5:30am - 4pm l Ongoing Work
Onehunga Location l Pre-start Breakfast provided!

We're on the lookout for hardworking, motivated, and energetic Runners / Bin Assistants to join our team based out of Onehunga.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Shift Production Supervisor – Food Manufacturing

at New Zealand Starch Ltd

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Lead high-performing production teams in one of New Zealand’s most complex food manufacturing operations while playing a key role in driving safety.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Environmental Protection & Waste Specialist

at Far North District Council

This is a Full time job

Kaikohe, Northland(Hybrid)

$81,304 – $95,652 per year

Meaningful, community‑focused impact
Free $100,000 life insurance scheme (conditions apply)
Learning & Development plan to ensure your ongoing growth and success

Meaningful, community‑focused impact
Free $100,000 life insurance scheme (conditions apply)
Learning & Development plan to ensure your ongoing growth and success

Lead environmental protection and waste programmes to safeguard land, water and ecosystems across Te Tai Tokerau.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago

Waste Processing Operator

at InterGroup Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Be part of a team doing essential, meaningful work
Learn specialised skills in a unique industry
Work with a crew that values effort, reliability, and getting the job done

Be part of a team doing essential, meaningful work
Learn specialised skills in a unique industry
Work with a crew that values effort, reliability, and getting the job done

Come join us as a Waste Processing Operator!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

21d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Heavy Equipment and Transport Operator

at K2Recruit Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$34 per hour

Operate loaders and hook trucks across active EcoDrop sites
Solid mix of loader and truck work to keep the role varied
Southern Cross health cover + competitive hourly rate

Operate loaders and hook trucks across active EcoDrop sites
Solid mix of loader and truck work to keep the role varied
Southern Cross health cover + competitive hourly rate

Operate loaders and hook trucks across EcoDrop sites, managing waste safely while supporting recycling, site operations, and a cleaner Canterbury.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

13d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Truck Driver

at Demoworx Ltd

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$28 – $34 per hour

Join Demoworx Limited as a Truck Driver, supporting demolition projects across Waikato and other regions. Be part of a hardworking, reliable team

subClassification: Road TransportRoad Transport

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Landfill Operator

at WasteCo NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Balclutha, Otago

No two days the same
Be part of a team

No two days the same
Be part of a team

A hands-on operational role supporting daily landfill and transfer station activities at the Balclutha site.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

15d ago

Listed three days ago

Baling Plant Operator / Forklift Driver – Tauranga

at FullCircle

This is a Full time job

Tauriko, Bay of Plenty

The role is responsible for supporting the safe processing of loose fibre and plastic materials while ensuring the conveyor is consistently supplied

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Cleaner

at Cushman & Wakefield

This is a Full time job

Paremoremo, Auckland

Stable, ongoing role in a professional and well-maintained environment
Variety across cleaning, maintenance support and outdoor duties
Ideal for reliable cleaners who value safety, detail and teamwork

Stable, ongoing role in a professional and well-maintained environment
Variety across cleaning, maintenance support and outdoor duties
Ideal for reliable cleaners who value safety, detail and teamwork

Reliable Cleaner needed in Paremoremo to maintain high standards of cleanliness across a professional facility. Join a team where your work is valued

subClassification: Cleaning ServicesCleaning Services

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Operations Manager - Auckland Commercial Collections

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Due to an internal promotion, we're looking for a dynamic, hands-on Operations Manager - To apply for this role click "I'm interested"

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

3d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Warehouse Supervisor (Night Shift)

at COTTONSOFT LTD

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Newly created Warehouse Supervisor (Night Shift) roles
Opportunities available at both Wiri and Highbrook sites
Leading a small team of 2 - 3 Storepersons

Newly created Warehouse Supervisor (Night Shift) roles
Opportunities available at both Wiri and Highbrook sites
Leading a small team of 2 - 3 Storepersons

Lead night‑shift warehouse operations at Cottonsoft on a 4‑on / 4‑off roster. Hands‑on leadership role in a safety‑focused FMCG environment.

subClassification: Team Leaders/SupervisorsTeam Leaders/Supervisors

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

28d ago•Expiring

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