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Factory Worker Jobs in Taree, NSW 2025 – Sustainable Recycling Roles with WorkPac

Job Title: Factory Worker – Recycling & Resource Recovery Operator Location: Taree, Mid North Coast NSW, Australia (Port Macquarie region) Job ID: Varies (Apply via WorkPac SEEK Portal) Contract: Casual/Vacation (Potential for ongoing/permanent conversion) Salary: $36–$36.70 per hour + penalties (up to $70K+ annually with OT) Visa/Work Permit: Right to work in Australia required; limited sponsorship for skilled roles (TSS 482 visa possible for eligible internationals)

Launch Your 2025 Career in Australia’s Green Economy: Immediate Starts in Taree with $36+/Hour Pay

Eager to contribute to a sustainable future while earning competitive wages on the stunning Mid North Coast? WorkPac – Australia’s largest workforce solutions provider – is recruiting Factory Workers for a leading recycling innovator in Taree.

Assist in transforming waste into valuable resources, operating machinery for high-impact environmental projects. With NSW’s recycling sector booming 15% in 2025 amid national sustainability goals, this casual role offers quick entry, team support, and pathways to full-time stability – ideal for hands-on pros seeking coastal lifestyle perks like beaches and national parks.

What You’ll Do Daily

  • Safely operate recycling machinery, from sorters to processors, for efficient material recovery
  • Conduct quality checks and inspections to meet product standards and environmental regs
  • Sort, handle, and process recyclables like plastics, metals, and organics
  • Maintain a clean, organized workspace while adhering to strict safety protocols
  • Collaborate with teams to hit production targets and minimize waste

Essential Requirements for 2025 Hires

  • Current Australian driver’s license (full or provisional)
  • Valid White Card (General Construction Induction Training)
  • Strong work ethic, team orientation, and physical fitness for manual tasks
  • Right to work in Australia (e.g., citizenship, PR, or valid visa)
  • Two workplace references for quick vetting
  • Forklift license desirable (on-the-job training available for top candidates)

Preferred Skills for Fast-Track Placement

  • Basic machinery operation or warehouse experience
  • Knowledge of recycling processes or quality control
  • Availability for shift work (day/afternoon rotations)

What WorkPac and the Client Offer in 2025

  • $36–$36.70/hour base + weekend penalties, aligning with NSW averages of $31–$34/hour for factory roles – potential $70K+ annually with OT
  • Casual perks: Flexible hours, superannuation (11% employer contribution), and immediate starts
  • Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling, plus discounts via Flare partnership (retail, health)
  • Bupa corporate health insurance access and training for career growth
  • Eco-impact: Join a firm reducing landfill waste, with opportunities for green certifications
  • Coastal base: Affordable Taree living (median rent $400/week) near beaches and rainforests

Upcoming 2025 Opportunities in NSW Recycling

  • Q1 expansions: Increased shifts for holiday waste surges
  • Mid-year projects: Resource recovery for regional infrastructure
  • Ongoing: Ties to national circular economy initiatives

How to Apply Now – Secure Your Spot: tellena.ferry@workpac.com

To apply for this job email your details to tellena.ferry@workpac.com