Waste Operator

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Muswellbrook Shire Council Full time
To provide courteous and efficient Waste Operator services at the Muswellbrook Waste & Recycling Facility and the Denman Waste Transfer Station.

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire is one of NSW's most dynamic local government areas. For over four decades it has been at the heart of the State's energy industry, and we are now on the transition to being a renewable energy hub. We have the two largest thoroughbred horse studs in the southern hemisphere, a healthy viticulture industry, and a large part of the world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park within the Shire. We are also central to Newcastle, Tamworth and Dubbo.

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a vibrant workplace with a commitment to excellence in all facets of its operations, and we are committed to employee welfare and development.

About you

- Proven numeracy and literacy levels associated with Year 10 Secondary Education, with demonstrated ability to complete forms, enter data and information into computer programs using Microsoft Office programs, as well as cashiering duties and basic receipting.
- Certificate III in Waste Management, or minimum 12 months' proven relevant experience in waste management or landfilling, or ability and willingness to complete the course.
- Ability to provide quality operations, ensuring facilities are well-managed and operated effectively and within safety guidelines to meet Council targets and achieve outcomes in line with NSW Environment Protection Authority requirements.
- Hold current NSW WorkCover Construction Induction Certificate (White card).
- Class C Drivers Licence or higher class.
- National Measurement Institute Statement of Attainment in Weighbridge Operations or ability and willingness to complete the course.
- Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the position description).
- Demonstrated Fundamental key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the position description).

We offer

- Full Time, 38 hours per week, with a Salary from $58,369 to $65,579 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation and access to a 9 day Fortnight system.
- Part Time, 30 hours per week, with an hourly rate from $29.5392 to $33.1876 per hour (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation.
- Training Courses + Professional Development
- 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
- Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

Further information and to apply

For more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council's Careers website or contact the hiring manager Louise Munn, Waste Supervisor on 0428 264 074. For more information regarding the application process please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700.

If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact Human Resources.

To apply:

- Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Please keep your responses concise. An unfinished application cannot be retrieved to finish at a later date.
- Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated.
- You will receive an email confirming that your application has been submitted.
- All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application.
- Applications close on 7 April 2025 at 11:59pm.

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