Trainee Resource Recovery

Applications close: 26 November 2025

Trainee Resource Recovery

Temporary Full-time (2 years)

Rotating roster - Work a 9-day fortnight (Including every second weekend)

Trainee Salary is as per the Local Government (State) Award (Trainee Wages)

When you think of waste, you might imagine landfills and garbage but as a Trainee in Resource Recovery, you'll see the bigger picture. Every item has potential, and you'll learn how to manage, sort, and process materials in ways that make a real difference for our community and the environment.

What you'll do

As a Trainee Resource Recovery, you'll work alongside a passionate team, gaining practical experience in all aspects of waste management. From accepting and processing materials, managing the weighbridge, to sorting recyclables and removing contamination, every day brings a new opportunity to learn and grow.

You'll also complete a Certificate III in Waste Management, with all practical training provided on-site under the guidance of experienced mentors. This is your chance to build valuable skills, gain real-world experience, and start a career in an industry that makes a tangible difference to the environment. If you're curious, motivated, and ready to get stuck in, this role is your first step towards becoming a skilled waste management professional.

Why Wingecarribee?

We are at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, a region renowned for its natural beauty, strong community connections, and thriving local economy. As a Council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and innovative future, ensuring our residents enjoy a high quality of life while preserving the unique character of our Shire.

You'll be part of a team that values learning, growth, and making a tangible impact on the environment. As a Trainee in Resource Recovery, you'll gain practical experience, develop real-world skills, and work alongside mentors who are passionate about sustainable waste management. We offer a supportive and hands-on training program, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to contribute.

You'll enjoy:

• Attractive trainee salary package + 12% superannuation
• Work a 9-day fortnight (including every second weekend)
• Weekend penalty allowances applicable
• Access to study leave
• Mentoring and training provided from experienced staff
• Earn while you learn - Complete a Certificate III in Waste Management
• Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
• Career development & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
• Salary packaging options available - make the most of your income
• Community & social engagement – Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

Our values Resilience, Empathy, Safety, Pride, Efficiency, Courage, and Teamwork guide how we work, support our community, and drive positive change every day. Join us in making Wingecarribee the best place in NSW for all generations to live, work, and thrive

What you'll need to succeed

• Enrolled or willingness to enrol and undertake a Certificate III in Waste Management
• A genuine interest in Waste Management / Resource Recovery field
• Suitable literacy, numeracy, to fulfill the and educational, professional requirements of the traineeship.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience / knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to follow instructions and directions.
• Willingness to work in an outdoor environment.
• Being able to demonstrate the physical requirements of the role as detailed in the position description.
• Be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical prior to commencement

How to Apply

Submit the following documents:

• Your Resume – showcasing your skills & experience
• Relevant Certifications – qualifications and licenses
• Mandatory Application Questions – Answer the relevant application questions by explaining how your expertise aligns with each question in the application form.

Have questions?

• Contact Ambre Thompson, Coordinator Resource Recovery Centre Operations on

Applications close:  26 November 2025 – don't miss this opportunity.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, and persons with a disability. If you require reasonable adjustments during our application process, please contact us at , by phone on or by visiting our office at 68 Elizabeth St, Moss Vale.