
General Labourer
Job Description
Work type: Permanent Full-Time
Hours: Mon - Fri 7AM start. Optional occasional Saturday work.
Pay rate: $30.75 p/h
Looking for stable, full-time work with regular overtime opportunities? We're seeking a reliable and safety-focused General Labourer to join our organics facility in Koorlong, VIC.
This is a hands-on role suited to candidates who enjoy physical work, working outdoors, and being part of a team that helps keep operations running safely and efficiently while contributing to a more sustainable future.
Why join Cleanaway?
Cleanaway is Australia’s leading waste management and resource recovery company. What we do matters. Our work helps recover valuable resources, reduce landfill, and protect the environment for future generations.
At site level, we are also focused on building diverse, capable teams. We strongly encourage women, people returning to the workforce, and candidates from operational backgrounds who are ready for their next step to apply. Cleanaway’s broader workforce gender strategy aligns with improving representation and progression in operational roles.
About the roleAs a General Labourer, you will play an important part in the safe and efficient sorting and collection of materials on site. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is dependable, switched on, and comfortable working in a waste environment.
In this role, you will:
Sort and separate recyclable materials on a fast-moving conveyor belt
Remove contaminants by hand while following PPE requirements
Remain on your feet for most of the shift
Bend, reach and lean over conveyor belts as required
Assist in maintaining efficient processing line operations
Complete litter collection and site clean-up duties
Conduct perimeter inspections and remove litter around the facility
Use equipment including wheelie bins, tongs, brooms and dustpans
Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment
Identify and report hazards, risks and operational issues
Follow all site safety procedures and work instructions
We’re not looking for the finished product. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and transferable skills are what matter most.
Role requirements:
Must pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test.
Must be an Australian/NZ citizen or Permanent Resident.
Must have a car and driver's license to commute to Koorlong daily.
Must be comfortable with strong odours.
What you’ll get in return:
The opportunity to build your career with a national industry leader.
A supportive and inclusive team environment.
Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.
Stable employment with a company committed to safety and employee wellbeing.
Meaningful work that contributes to sustainability, recycling and resource recovery outcomes.
We strongly encourage applications from:
Women
Non-binary people
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Career changers
People returning to the workforce
People from diverse cultural backgrounds
If you are ready to bring a strong work ethic, a team-first attitude, and a willingness to grow, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Cleanaway's Employment Pathways Recruiter via [email protected]
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