Job description
* Casual position
* Starting Mid/Late April
* Flexible hours including weekends
* $37.32/hr base rate, plus weekend loading
* Located in South Hobart
* Dynamic, fascinating and super cool worker’s cooperative
About us
Resource is a national leader in the waste minimisation industry, operating Tasmania's largest reuse centre (the South Hobart Tip Shop) and other waste reduction and recycling initiatives. Resource is one of the oldest and largest not-for-profit worker’s cooperatives in Australia.
Resource works with communities, businesses and local government to achieve viable, sustainable, best-practice waste minimisation. The Resource Tip Shop delivers accessible, low-cost quality goods, and is a trusted reseller of a wide range of second-hand items. Resource works to continuously improve its business and operations, is supported by an innovative community education program, and aims to provide a safe and satisfying work environment.
About the role
As a Casual Scrutineer, you will work as part of a daily crew to accept donations from customers and salvage for reusable items from the tip face and transfer station. You will sort and price items for sale, restock the Tip Shop and sell items at the counter using a point-of-sale system.
The role involves moving between different stations over the course of the day with the aim of efficiently accepting, processing and selling donations, while interacting in a friendly way with customers.
Casual Scrutineers are at the coal face of waste minimisation, with an opportunity to educate the general public about reducing waste, see first-hand what and how much is thrown away and develop innovative ways of diverting waste from landfill.
Employment requirements
* Full manual driver’s licence (no P plates).
* Physical fitness (ability to undertake all the duties of the position).
* Reasonable ability to cover shifts at short notice.
* A pre-employment medical will be required.
Key selection criteria
* Enthusiasm to join and promote the Resource Work Cooperative.
* Commitment to Workplace Health and Safety.
* Experience in customer service and retail.
* Ability to work as a member of a team in a fast pased enviroment.
* Ability to show initiative and work independently.
* Experience in working in hazardous and/or outdoor environments.
* Experience in money handling, preferably in a retail environment.
* An interest in waste minimisation.
Desirable criteria
* Ability to attend evening meetings approximately once a month, and occasional events outside work hours.
* Knowledge of co-operative and/or consensus decision-making.
* Any of: Workplace level 1 First Aid Certificate, Medium Rigid Truck Licence and/or Forklift Licence.
Benefits of working at Resource
The most exciting aspect of being a member of a worker’s cooperative is that you are able to contribute ideas and be part of the decision-making process regarding new projects and initiatives, and the current and future direction of the Co-op.
All workers at Resource have the opportunity to move into different roles or work areas, as they arise and depending on interest and skills.
Other benefits:
* Flexible working arrangements
* Positive and supportive workplace culture
* Free parking
* Employee Assistance Program
* Other cooperative member benefits
For further information about the role, refer to the position description attached below, or contact Tamika Payne or Mona Loofs-Samorzewski, HR Coordinators at using the subject line: Scrutineer enquiry via EthicalJobs or phone 6223 3891 (ask for Tamika or Mona).
how to apply
Please submit your application via the \"Apply Now\" link below.
Please include a cover letter and resume with you application.
Being fair, non-discriminatory and respectful are important elements of the Resource culture and core values. We value diversity and inclusion and apply these principles in our work place and throughout our recruitment processes.
Resource actively encourages applications from people with a diverse range of experiences, ages and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with different abilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds.
A position description is attached.