Date: 4 Aug 2026
Location:
Nowra, NSW, AU, 2541
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Requisition ID: 2115
About Us
The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services. Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture. The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities.
Your Role
Support the program aimed at reducing litter in the environment
Be part of Vinnies good works
Base hourly rate is $30.61 plus 25% casual loading
Not-for-profit tax saving option to reduce taxable income and keep more of your income.
The Return and Earn bottle recycling facility in Nowra is looking for a casual team member. This hands-on role involves receiving recyclable drink containers from customers, operating a semi-automated sorting machine and troubleshooting equipment issues when required. You will also use a point-of-sale (POS) system to accurately process sales/refunds, where attention to detail and integrity are essential. Strong customer service skills, the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, a solid work ethic and ability to perform well in a fast-paced workplace are key to success in this role.
On the job training in using specialised equipment will be provided. A current Forklift Licence is Desirable (Counter Balance). Experience or knowledge of working within a factory environment is also desirable or someone who is willing to work on their feet for a set period of time.
Your Responsibility
Provide excellent customer service
Operate equipment used for bulk sorting of recyclable drink containers
Use forklift to empty bins of sorted recyclable containers
Operate point of sale system for accurate sales and refund transactions
Assist in other activities i.e. housekeeping, maintenance of warehouse equipment, reporting faulty equipment needing repair, etc.
You Will Need
Excellent communication skills and ability to provide outstanding customer service
Experience in using forklifts and a current valid Forklift Licence
Experience working within a warehouse and/or production environment
Capacity to perform manual/physical tasks
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and independently
Thorough understanding of work, health and safety requirements within a warehouse environment.
Apply Now
If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.
We offer:
Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth.
Wellbeing Support – EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being.
Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.
St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.
The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.
