Warrumbungle Shire Council

Waste and Recycling Operator – Dunedoo

Department: Planning and Regulation

Reports to: Crew Leader Recycling/Transfer Stations

Salary Range: $1,044 - $1,191 per 38 hour week + superannuation

Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and waste management? We are seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Waste and Recycling Operator to join our team. In this dynamic role, you'll contribute to the efficient and responsible operation of the Council's waste and recycling services, ensuring a clean and safe environment for the community. As part of our team, you'll operate various plant and equipment, ensure smooth day to day operation of the waste transfer station, and promote recycling efforts to help reduce environmental impact.

Key responsibilities include regulating waste loads, directing the public to appropriate disposal areas, and performing cash receipting duties at the waste facility. You'll also play a vital role in maintaining a well-organized and clean facility, assisting with traffic control, and ensuring a safe work environment. On occasion, you'll be required to relieve on the garbage truck, helping to keep our communities tidy and sustainable, so an HR licence is essential.

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This position is located in Dunedoo, the southern gateway to the Warrumbungle Region. Dunedoo is set amongst the rolling hills and valleys surrounding the Talbragar River, with quaint shops and cafes, a classic country pub, and the majestic beauty of Dunedoo's Silo Art which is part of the Australian Silo Art Trail. Dunedoo is the perfect place for a relaxing lifestyle while still being close to major centres.

Selection criteria include:

• A good understanding of safety in an industrial environment
• 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.
• Experience operating plant such as loader, dozer or telehandler, preferably with tickets or VOC, is a plus!

It's also a bonus if you have knowledge of waste management recycling principles, Waste Transfer Station operations, Council fees and charges, and Container Deposit Scheme activities

Benefits of working for Council

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

• Great leave opportunities 
  • Long service leave after 5 years
  • 1 RDO every 4 weeks 
  • Paid parental and concurrent parental leave
  • Carer’s leave
  • 3 weeks sick leave per year including up to 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year
  • Purchase additional leave or cash out leave
  • Deferred leave scheme – eg work three years at 75% of your pay and have the following year off at 75% of your pay! 
• Support for training and professional development
  • Formal training opportunities
  • Access to thousands of free online training courses
• Weekly pay cycle
• Mobile phone allowance available if you bring your own device
• Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay
• Hybrid work and flexible hours by agreement and subject to role requirements
• Wellness – we want you to be at your best self so you and your immediate family members have access to our employee assistance program with TELUS Health One
• Free annual flu vaccinations and bi-annual skin cancer checks available
• Option of a Leaseback vehicle
• PPE provided

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. Council is proud to be an equal opportunity and child safe employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government. 

How to apply

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Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 6 April 2025.

For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 6849 2000.

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