Resource Recovery Employee

3 days ago


Ipswich, Australia City of Ipswich Full time

About us

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is one of the state’s fastest growing cities and fifth oldest provincial city.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

About the role

As Resource Recovery Employee (Transfer Station) you will be part of the Resource Recovery team, providing resource recovery services at Council owned facilities. Your main focus will be on safety, customer service and equipment operation.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

resource recovery operations including collection, re-use and/or recycling of materials maintain resource recovery areas so that they are safe, clean, and free of impediments engage with customers in a polite and respectful manner operate a variety of equipment, including front end loaders, bulldozers, excavators, forklifts, and other ancillary equipment ensure daily pre-start site and equipment inspections occur, including notifications to relevant council staff when issues arise

View the position description for more details about the role.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

relevant professional qualification and/or equivalent experience in waste management or other relevant field the ability to operate some or all of the following classes of equipment: LB (backhoe) LE (excavator) LL (front-end loader) LZ (dozer) high-risk work (HRW) forklift licence ideal provide customer service to customers and visitors of the facility monitor and maintain a safe working environment belief in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership

Pre employment checks include:

medical (including drug and alchol screening) criminal history check

About the benefits

This is a permanent full time position, LGE Level 11 with a base salary commencing at $73,444 plus 32.5% shift loading ($97,313) plus superannuation of up to 12.5%.

4 days on 4 days off roster working 11 hour days (average of 38 hours per week) Positive workplace culture:  Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive Work/Life balance:  Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions Diversity and inclusion:  Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making Learning and development:  Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends Health and well-being:  Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health Leave options:  Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options Salary packaging:  Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection

Join us

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Please apply online and submit:

a cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role a resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 11 July 2024

Please direct any related questions to Jarrod Parise atcareers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.



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