Refuse sorters

Refuse sorters identify, collect and sort discarded items suitable for recycling at dump sites and recycling enterprises or in buildings, streets and other public places.

Job Responsibilities

• Searching through refuse and collecting items for recycling from dump sites, domestic, commercial and industrial premises or from public places such as streets
• Sorting cardboard, paper, glass, plastic, aluminium or other recyclable materials by type
• Placing recyclable items and materials in designated compartments and containers for storage or transportation
• Identifying and setting aside items of furniture, equipment, machinery, or components that are suitable for repair or re-use
• Transporting recyclable items by hand or using non-motorized vehicles
• Selling recyclable or reusable materials