Group
Occupation

631932 Materials Recycler

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

631932 Materials Recycler

Salvages materials from industrial, commercial, and private establishments for resale.

Alternative title

  • Scrap Materials Buyer

Specialisations

  • Automotive Dismantler
  • Bottle Dealer
  • Waste Recycler

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 5: NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education

Main tasks

  • Identifies, collects, and assesses quality of recyclable materials from industrial, commercial, and private establishments
  • Sorts and separates recyclable materials according to type and quality
  • Cleans and prepares recyclable materials for resale
  • Determines the market value of recyclable materials and negotiates prices with buyers
  • Maintains records of materials collected, processed, and sold
  • Implements and maintains recycling programs in collaboration with local authorities and businesses
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