Assistant Depot Manager needed for a Recycling Organisation in Cairns!
Your new company
Hays has partnered with a leading organisation in the recycling and resource recovery sector to offer an exciting opportunity at their Manunda depot. Our client is a key player in the Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) space, operating across Australia and recently expanding into New Zealand. With a strong focus on community impact and sustainability, they are committed to creating a wasteless society.
Your new role
As the Assistant Depot Manager, you will support the Depot Manager in leading a small team to deliver exceptional customer service. You'll assist customers in sorting recyclable materials and ensure they receive the correct refund. This is a hands-on role involving both team leadership and operational duties. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Leading and motivating a team to provide excellent customer service
* Sorting recyclable items into correct categories
* Assisting customers and encouraging repeat visits
* Handling cash and balancing the float daily
* Performing cleaning and manual handling tasks across the depot
* Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed and risks are reported
* Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction
* Supporting staff training and development for safe and effective operations
What you'll need to succeed
You bring strong leadership experience and a background in customer-facing roles such as retail, hospitality, or warehouse operations. You'll also have:
* Experience leading small to medium-sized teams
* A moderate level of fitness for manual handling tasks
* Excellent communication and a proactive, customer-first attitude
* Basic computer skills
* A forklift license (desirable but not essential)
* Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and police check
* Willingness to comply with a strict drug and alcohol policy
What you'll get in return
In return for your skills and commitment, you'll receive:
* A competitive salary with performance incentives
* A full-time permanent role with career development opportunities
* Access to discounts at over 500 retailers across Australia
* PPE provided and on-site or street parking available
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* The chance to contribute to a business making a real environmental and community impact
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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