IF YOU’RE NOT AFRAID TO GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY, THIS IS THE JOB FOR YOU!

The primary purpose of the role is to provide a high level of service, support and maintenance in the operation of Council’s waste and resource recovery facilities. The operation of heavy plant and machinery to undertake routine Waste Management tasks is one of the main focuses of this role.

Key Accountabilities:

• Operate and maintain plant to complete routine waste management tasks, under limited direction, and in compliance with Environment Protection Authority (EPA) standards
• Screen and sort incoming waste accurately to minimise quantities directed to the landfill and ensure that all materials are deposited in site specific locations including recyclable/reusable or specific waste deposits – inert waste, putrescible waste, asbestos, etc
• Take appropriate remedial action if necessary, to ensure compliance with EPA requirements and licence conditions for the landfill
• Provide efficient and effective administrative support including maintaining accurate records of all incoming waste and outgoing recyclable and reusable material, receipt of monies and daily balancing using current gatehouse software
• Report to senior staff any infringements related to Council’s policies for landfill and transfer station operations

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a motivated team player with a ‘can do’ attitude. Someone who has -

• Experience in the operation of heavy plant and machinery to undertake routine Waste Management tasks
• A safety-first focus and the ability to use initiative
• Flexibility in their approach to completing tasks and supporting their team

Full time: 76-hour fortnight
Salary: Range from $57,907 to $66,591 + 12% super
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Closing date: 11:30pm Sunday, 20 July 2025
Contact: Malcolm Massey, Overseer Waste Management - 0436 609 412 (during business hours)
NOTE: As the activities of this position could involve exposure to Hepatitis A and B and Q Fever, the employee will be vaccinated against these hazards or required to provide proof of immunity against these diseases.
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