Waste & Recycling Operator

Department: Planning and Regulation

Reports to: Supervisor Waste and Recycling

Salary Range: $1,008 - $1,151 per 38 hour week with a monthly RDO + superannuation

As Waste & Recycling Operator, you will safely and competently operate Council plant and equipment and undertake general duties in the recycling area. This will include inspecting and regulating loads entering waste facilities, directing members of the public to the correct areas of waste facilites and promoting recycling of eligible waste materials. You will undertake gate duties and Container Deposit Scheme (over the counter) activities at Coonabarabran waste and recycling centre, including cash receipting of fees from customers and reconciling daily takings. You will also be required to relocate cardboard from Council’s other waste transfer stations to Coonabarabran Waste Facility for processing and to relieve on the garbage truck as required, so an HR licence is essential.

As part of our dedicated waste and recycling team, you will work to provide and maintain a safe work environment and promote and maintain a positive image of Council to the community.

Essential Requirements

• Commitment to Council’s Mission, Values and Code of Conduct
• Understanding of work health and safety (WHS) in the workplace and commitment to a positive contribution to WHS in the workplace and compliance with Council and legislative requirements
• Occupational Health and Safety Construction Induction certificate (“white card”)
• WorkCover Forklift Ticket
• Sound verbal and written communication skills required to:
  • Communicate effectively with members of the public, 
  • Complete risk assessments and timesheets
• Cash handling ability including ability to reconcile gate takings
• Counting and record keeping ability to administer Container Deposit Scheme counter
• Class HR NSW Drivers Licence.

Desirable Requirements

• Knowledge of Waste facility operations
• Verification of Competency (VOC) for Skid Steer Loader (Bobcat) Ticket
• Telehandler gold ticket
• Knowledge of Council fees and charges, and Container Deposit Scheme activities
• Knowledge of waste management recycling principles

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About Warrumbungle Shire Council

Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work. Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran. 

With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.

At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. We are an EEO Employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government. 

Benefits of working for Council

Council are committed to creating a positive working environment and offer a range of benefits for staff, including

• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Monthly RDO
• Support for training and professional development
• Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• PPE provided

Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.

Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 5 May 2024.

For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 6849 2000.

How to apply

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You will receive an email acknowledgement to confirm receipt of your application. You will receive email notifications regarding the status of your application. It is important that you regularly check your email to ensure you do not miss any notifications from Council. It is also recommended that you check your spam or junk folder and consider adding careers@warrumbungle.nsw.gov.au to your email address book to ensure you do not miss any correspondence in regard to your application.