Resource Recovery Centre Operator
1 week ago
Resource and Recovery Centre Operator (Casual positions available)
Mitchell Shire Council has embarked on Victoria's last great story of growth.
Located just 40 minutes from Melbourne where the city meets the country, we're renowned for our scenic beauty that's rich in both history and heritage. We're home to a mix of beautiful natural landscapes, townships and emerging communities in some of Australia's fastest-growing suburbs.
Come join a Local Government Organisation offering a fantastic opportunity for Community, Opportunity and Growth for the right applicant.
This is your opportunity to join a supportive organisation in an area with rapid population growth. In 2025 Mitchell Shire is home to 64,175 residents, it is forecast to grow to 221,636 by 2046.
About The Opportunity
Resource Recovery Centre Operators work within our Waste and Resource Recovery Operations team to operate and maintain the four Resource Recovery Centres in our Shire. The team provide high quality customer service and ensure our sites are compliant with relevant legislation and standards. We pride ourselves on delivering progressive resource recovery services and providing a benchmark for other councils. We are committed to sustainability and require staff with exceptional customer service skills along with passion and dedication.
This role is a casual opportunity. Hourly rate begins at $45.03 (Band 3) plus superannuation.
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has experience in a customer service role and has a basic understanding of waste and resource recovery principles. As a valued member of our Waste and Resource Recovery Operations team, the ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills, the ability to follow work instructions and work well within a team. You will be the first point of contact for all our customers and represent Mitchell Shire Council in a professional and courteous manner with exceptional communication skills. You will be responsible for directing customers through our facilities and must be available to work on weekends. You will also have cash handling and computer experience.
Experience operating light machinery (backhoe and forklift) with relevant licence (certification) is desirable, but training can be provided to successful applicants without the necessary certifications.
For further information about this role please contact Jon Miller, Waste and Resource Recovery Operations Coordinator on
All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria in the position description. For information on how to apply, please visit our
Mitchell Shire Council are a Child Safe Organisation. The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check, prior to commencement. Mitchell Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace.
Applications close at 5pm Monday 27 October 2025
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