Recycler

Alternative Titles: Refuse/Recyclable Collector

Recyclers collect, sort and handle a range of recyclable items such as paper, glass, metals and plastics, each of which is processed and prepared for resale.

Recyclers may perform the following tasks:

  • separate recyclable items according to type
  • work out payment to customer
  • manually prepare recyclable products
  • operate a forklift
  • deliver products to market for resale
  • find markets for sale of products
  • seek to increase and promote awareness of recycling
  • assist or provide advice on the development of on-site technology for more efficient handling
  • assist or provide advice in minimising and avoiding waste.

The recyclable products are collected from a variety of areas such as community groups, commercial hotels and clubs, as well as householders and industry.

Recyclers work in conditions that can be dirty and unhygienic.

Required Skills - Recycler

  • interested in practical work
  • understand the benefits of reducing waste and recycling
  • physically fit
  • aware of personal, public health and hygiene issues

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