Weighbridge Operator

• Permanent Full Time
• $64,207 - $72,166 gross p.a. plus 12% Super plus allowances
• 38 hours per week
• Work between West Nowra, Huskisson, and Ulladulla depending on operational needs. Also be required to work at the 7 other sites including Kangaroo Valley, Berry, Callala, Sussex Inlet, Bendalong, Lake Conjola, and Kioloa as required
• Applications close Monday, 13 October 2025

About the Role

This position is responsible for ensuring the correct classification, ticketing, charging and destination of waste received at the depot, as well as dispatching and ticketing of outbound materials. This includes:

• Opening weighbridge office and performing start up procedures
• Assess customer loads and provide directions for recycling, resource recovery or landfill
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and Council's policies and procedures
• Input details into computerised waste tracking system
• Process payments and perform end of day balance and banking reconciliation
• Provide administrative support to facilitate the efficient delivery of waste services

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

A monthly roster will be implemented to support the business requirements, which operates seven days a week. Candidates selected for this role will be responsible for working shifts which may include weekends and public holidays as required.

About You

To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Certificate II in Waste Management, Civil Construction, or equivalent experience
• Class C Driver's Licence
• Willing to obtain or hold a current NSW General Construction Induction Card (White card)
• Experience in administration, weighbridge operation, payments, and customer service
• Proof of Right to work in Australia

We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing quality customer service, who can work collaboratively within a team and demonstrates a commitment to safety in all aspects of their work.

How to Apply

To submit an application, click Apply and complete each step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role and respond to the following questions

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement. For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

1. Please list your qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
2. What is your understanding of Work Health and Safety, and how will you contribute to maintaining a positive safety culture?
3. Why are you interested in working with Shoalhaven City Council?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (Low Risk, Medium Risk, High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Council's website. If you require assistance submitting your application please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on

Applications Close Monday, 13 October 2025 (at midnight).

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Roxanne Goodman (Waste Depot Supervisor) on

Why Work with Us

The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

At Shoalhaven City Council, we are proud to foster a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members to apply.

We are committed to ensuring a equitable recruitment processes. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to fairly demonstrate your skills, please contact us.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.