Night Shift Supervisor - Material Recovery Facility - Rewarding Work

Re.Group is focused on providing solutions for recycling and recovery of resources from waste. Our vision is to create a wasteless society; where all resources that become waste are reused and are not disposed.

At the heart of Re.Group is our focus on positive community impact. We collaborate with charities, private organisations, and the Government to benefit local communities.

Reporting to the Operations Manager of the recently refurbished Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), the Night Shift Supervisor  will oversee all aspects of production, ensuring that their team meets production and quality goals, whilst maintaining a safe working and healthy work environment. 

About the role:

• Supervision and Leadership - Lead, train, and motivate a team of MRF operators, sorters, and equipment operators.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards
• Monitor and manage the daily operations of the MRF during the day shift.
• Monitoring production processes to ensure that they are being followed correctly.
• Coordinate and schedule work tasks to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinating with managers to hire new employees when needed.
• Supervising and training employees to ensure that they are performing their jobs correctly.
• Making sure that all equipment is working properly, and ensuring maintenance are constantly informed of any issues.
• Ensuring that employees have the training and equipment necessary to perform their jobs effectively.
• Training workers on new equipment or processes before they are implemented.
• Scheduling work shifts to ensure that the facility has adequate staffing levels during all hours of operation.
• Overseeing the production process to ensure efficient operation of equipment.
• Ensures quality objectives are met.
• Supports the Plant Manager ensuring the plant is within the EPA, Council & Worksafe guidelines.
• Ensures a high level of housekeeping for the site.
• Ensures compliance to daily operational checks, insurance checks etc.
• Conduct daily toolboxes.
• Conduct shift changeover meetings in the absence of the Plant Manager.
• Supervision of shift staff, and responding to people management queries including performance management, managing absenteeism.
• Identifying training needs, coaching, and training staff to upskill.

About you:

• 9 pm to 5 am. Mon - Fri.
• Ability to perform physical requirements such as, prolonged physical exertions including, standing, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Previous experience in waste management, recycling, or MRF operations is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot MRF equipment.
• Proficiency in computer applications for reporting and documentation.
• Flexibility to work weekends or overtime as needed.
• Previous experience in waste management, recycling, or MRF operations is preferred but not mandatory.
• Good understanding of te ao Maori and /or the right approach to learn and enhance your knowledge 

What we offer you:

• Attractive salary package
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Multiple career paths and advancement opportunities
• The opportunity to work towards our vision of creating a wasteless society
• Regular cultural competency training and development opportunities

At Re.Group, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster working environments that embrace everyone, ensuring fair and respectful treatment for all. 

We actively encourage applications from all communities and backgrounds, veterans, individuals with disabilities, individuals of all gender identities, those in mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Your unique perspective and experience are valued here. Come be a part of our inclusive community at Re.Group.