Careers at Repurpose It
We are a growing team, with our main site located in Epping in Melbourne’s Northern suburbs along with sites in Hallam and Montrose in the South-East.
Repurpose It is made up of a group of individuals who are passionate about the work that we do and share a core set of values that guide us each day. We recognise our values through our value-based Employee Recognition Program and a range of other employee benefits we offer.
Overview
Mission Statement
Repurpose It exists to make premium quality repurposed materials accessible to everyone. Our mission is to eliminate waste and pollution through closed loop resource recovery and we believe that closed loop waste systems are essential if we are to preserve our resources for the next generations.
Our Values
Repurpose It’s values reflect the beliefs and guiding principles of our business while defining the expected behaviour of our people. They align closely with our vision and guide us in our work each day while contributing to creating a successful and enduring business.
1. Care & Protect
Enriching the lives of our people, communities and customers.
2. Future Focused
Daring to be different, we will advance Australia’s transition to a circular economy.
3. Integrity
Ethical resource recovery, doing it right today so we can all enjoy tomorrow.
4. Sustainability
Preserving resources to deliver a sustainable future.
Roles at Repurpose It
To ensure we are leaders in our industry and are preserving our resources for future generations, we have a vast range of roles across a number of teams working together to achieve our mission.
Below are some of the highlights of our key teams across Repurpose It and the roles we offer within.
Commercial
- Business development & partnerships
- Commercial Account Managers
- Customer service and support
- Marketing
- Weighbridge Operations
Corporate
- Administration
- Finance
- HR
- ITC
- Procurement
Environment & Sustainability
- Environmental Scientists
- Environmental Engineers
- Graduate Environmental positions
Logistics
- Logistics Management
- Local Drivers
- Country Drivers
Maintenance
- Maintenance Engineers
- Mobile & Fixed Plant
- Maintenance Maintenance Schedulers
Operations
- Data Scientists
- Major projects & civil works
- OHS
Organics
- Fixed plant Operators
- Excavator Operators
- Loader Operators
- Shredder/Grinder Operators
Resource Recovery
- Fixed plant Operators
- Excavator Operators
- Labourers
- Loader Operators
- Moxy Drivers
Technical & Quality
- Lab Technicians
- Quality Assurance
- Research and Development
- Technical Assistants
Overview
Perks and benefits
Career Development
- Internal promotion of vacant positions to allow for career progression and diversification; and
- Future Leaders Program.
Community
- Paid volunteering days;
- Group volunteering days at Food Bank;
- Volunteering opportunities with Community Gardens and the ‘Gifts for Families’ program; and
- Participation in community events and fundraisers.
Employee Assistance Program
- 24/7 counselling, financial and nutritional coaching, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, and LGBTIQ support for all employees and their family.
Reward & Recognition
- Annual Employee Recognition Program based on our values;
- Employee Referral Program with $2000 visa gift cards available;
- Quarterly food-trucks and events onsite; and
- Employee discounts via Employment Hero (gym memberships, health insurance, gift cards, retail products etc.).
Learning & Development
- Professional development and eLearning programs;
- On the job training and development;
- Participation in industry conferences and networking events; and
- International travel opportunities with partner organisations.
Diversity & Inclusion
- Member of the Diversity Council of Australia;
- Finalist in the 2022 Victorian Manufacturing Industry Awards Diversity and Inclusion category; and
- Ongoing partnerships with Brotherhood of St Laurence and APM Employment Services.
Health & Wellbeing
- Annual flu vaccinations;
- Heart health checks;
- Team activities such as Steptember;
- Mental health speakers; and
- Awareness days such as R U OK? Day, Men’s Health Week, Women’s Health Week, Skin Cancer Awareness Week, World Mental Health Day and World’s Greatest Shave.
Safety
- Safety-focused culture ensuring everyone goes home safely at the end of each day;
- Full PPE provided for all employees in line with role requirements; and
- Regular industry-specific safety speakers.
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Awards and accreditations
2023
‘Sustainability and Environment Award’ at the City of Whittlesea Business Awards
‘Business of the Year’ at the City of Whittlesea Business Awards
2022
Finalist for the ‘Leader in Diversity & Inclusion’ category in the Victorian Manufacturing Industry Awards
Ranked 8th on the Manufacturing and Consumer Goods list as one of Australia and New Zealand’s Most Innovative Companies by The Australian Financial Review BOSS
‘The Operational Excellence Award’ at the Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards
CEO awarded ‘Leader of the Year’ at the Waste Innovation and Recycling Awards
Finalist for the ‘Circular Transition Award’ in the 34th National Banksia Sustainability Awards
2020
‘Innovative Products or Services’ Premier’s Sustainability Award
‘Small and Medium Enterprises’ Premier’s Sustainability Award
‘Chairman’s Award’ at the Northern Business Achievement Awards
2018
One of 20 top businesses in the Westpac Businesses of Tomorrow Awards
