At WM New Zealand, we are the largest composter, the largest waste-to-energy provider and have the largest commercial electric fleet in New Zealand, all powered by electricity from waste. As a team, we are constantly looking for new and innovative ways to redirect, neutralise and use waste.
In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical and analytical advice to our Sales team and the wider operational team. On-site, you will be responsible for analytical equipment calibration, troubleshooting production issues and running treatability trials to select and verify their suitability. Part of this role will require you to liaise with external customers on a collection of hazardous substances and chemical non-compliance incidents.
Our ideal person will have a degree in Chemistry, Earth Science or Environmental Science, proven experience in sampling, categorising hazardous waste, trade waste and solid waste, and knowledge of international testing procedures and industry-standard laboratory practice knowledge.
You are analytical with the ability to clearly articulate and break down complex issues to both internal and external stakeholders. You enjoy troubleshooting and aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and get down to the nuts and bolts. We are committed to a zero-harm culture, and you will take all practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others in the workplace.
You will be joining a dynamic and engaging team and providing personal development opportunities. If you thrive on challenge and opportunity, then this is the role for you!
What’s In It For You?
✅ A role that’s challenging, varied, and meaningful
✅ A supportive, close‑knit team culture
✅ Strong training and development support
✅ Proven career progression within WM New Zealand
✅ Work that makes a genuine environmental impact
At WM, we invest in our people - because they are our greatest asset.
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Additional Information
WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling and waste, and environmental services provider, driven by our focus on safety, sustainability, and service and underpinned by innovation.
We provide recycling and resource recovery services, solid waste management, liquid and hazardous waste collection, treatment and disposal. We design and operate state-of-the-art waste management and recycling facilities nationwide, including leading edge sustainable modern landfill and energy parks, material recovery facilities, transfer stations and liquid, hazardous and medical waste processing facilities.
We understand that our biggest asset is our people and we’re committed to their safety and wellbeing. We’re a company where every day our people get to make a difference – whether this be through exploring recycling opportunities, looking at new ways to create energy from waste, or delivering a great customer service to building facilities that will last a lifetime.
We work with a diverse range of customers, from residential homes and small businesses, councils, through to large multinational commercial and industrial clients that span almost every industry in New Zealand, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of services that can be tailored to meet the needs of our customers.
Our focus is on the future, the possibilities it holds, and ultimately the protection of it.
