Hawkesbury City Council

Major Plant Operator – Landfill Operations

Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

• 2 x Permanent Full-Time / 38 hours per week positions
• Salary from $63k per annum
• Fortnightly RDO + On-Site Parking
• Fitness Passport

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Landfill Operations Supervisor and based in South Windsor, the purpose of this position is to contribute to the effective operation of Hawkesbury City Waste Management Facility. This position is required to undertake all reasonable actions to maintain a high level of workplace safety and environmental management whilst operating all plant and equipment.

About You

You will have previous experience in land filling, earth moving operations and demonstrated competency in the operation of plant and equipment. You will be physically fit in order to undertake the physical tasks associated with the position and you will have a strong understanding of the importance of WH&S in the workplace.

Essential Criteria

• Class MR Licence
• Relevant Workcover Plant Licences – excavator, track loader (Drott), forklift, landfill compactor, water truck and other plant as required
• Ability to undertake physical tasks associated with the position
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a broad range of duties
• Demonstrated ability to work in a safe manner and to follow WHS instructions
• WHS General Construction Work in NSW
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• The right to live and work in Australia
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

The Rewards

There are many benefits to working at Hawkesbury Council, including:

• Great working environment
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Tertiary Education Assistance
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Fitness Passport
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au

Applications close Sunday, 20 April 2025

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.