WISE Charitable Trust

  • Posted: 27 Sep 2024
  • Location: New Plymouth
  • Work Type: Full Time
  • Classification: Community Services & Development
Resource Recovery Supervisor

About WISE: WISE Charitable Trust, founded in 2001, is committed to creating sustainable employment and training opportunities in Waitara. We offer a range of services that contribute to building resilient whānau and promoting healthy, sustainable communities. Through initiatives like insulation, land care, and our community recycling centre, we aim to foster long-term positive change.

The Role: We are seeking a passionate and proactive Waste Recovery and Operations Supervisor to lead the operations at The Junction Zero Waste Hub. You will play a key role in promoting waste diversion, educating the community on sustainability practices such as upcycling, and fostering a positive environment that reflects WISE's values of environmental responsibility and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise daily operations at The Junction, ensuring a focus on waste diversion and promoting the recycling hierarchy.
Assist in efforts to educate the community on sustainable practices, with a particular emphasis on upcycling and resource recovery.
Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, community groups, and customers to further WISE’s mission of sustainability.
Ensure all stock, compliance forms, and health and safety procedures are effectively managed and up to date.
Collaborate with marketing teams to promote store initiatives and engage the community in waste minimization efforts.
Provide monthly and quarterly reports on performance, including meeting contractual KPI’s.
Mentor and train staff, fostering a positive work environment that emphasis teamwork and professional growth.
Maintain and implement health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment for all staff and customers.
Skills and Experience:

A passion for the recycling hierarchy and waste diversion, with a strong focus on sustainability education and community outreach.
Proven leadership experience, with the ability to guide and inspire a team to meet operational goals.
Strong relationship-building skills and a customer service focus, ensuring that The Junction is a welcoming and supportive space for all.
Experience with the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and proven written and verbal communication skills.
Upcycling skillset preferred but not essential—creativity and a passion for reimagining resources are highly valued.
Electrical experience or knowledge could be beneficial, particularly for supporting e-waste diversion initiatives.
A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement in both environmental practices and team development. Resource Recovery Supervisor
About WISE: WISE Charitable Trust, founded in 2001, is committed to creating sustainable employment and training opportunities in Waitara. We offer a range of services that contribute to building resilient whānau and promoting healthy, sustainable communities. Through initiatives like insulation, land care, and our community recycling centre, we aim to foster long-term positive change.

The Role: We are seeking a passionate and proactive Resource Supervisor to lead the operations at The Junction Zero Waste Hub. You will play a key role in promoting waste diversion, educating the community on sustainability practices such as upcycling, and fostering a positive environment that reflects WISE's values of environmental responsibility and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise daily operations at The Junction, ensuring a focus on waste diversion and promoting the recycling hierarchy.
Assist in efforts to educate the community on sustainable practices, with a particular emphasis on upcycling and resource recovery.
Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, community groups, and customers to further WISE’s mission of sustainability.
Ensure all stock, compliance forms, and health and safety procedures are effectively managed and up to date.
Collaborate with marketing teams to promote store initiatives and engage the community in waste minimization efforts.
Provide monthly and quarterly reports on performance, including meeting contractual KPI’s.
Mentor and train staff, fostering a positive work environment that emphasis teamwork and professional growth.
Maintain and implement health and safety policies to ensure a safe working environment for all staff and customers.
Skills and Experience:

A passion for the recycling hierarchy and waste diversion, with a strong focus on sustainability education and community outreach.
Proven leadership experience, with the ability to guide and inspire a team to meet operational goals.
Strong relationship-building skills and a customer service focus, ensuring that The Junction is a welcoming and supportive space for all.
Experience with the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and proven written and verbal communication skills.
Upcycling skillset preferred but not essential—creativity and a passion for reimagining resources are highly valued.
Electrical experience or knowledge could be beneficial, particularly for supporting e-waste diversion initiatives.
A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement in both environmental practices and team development.


Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
Are you available to work public holidays?