Singleton Council

Waste Management Facility Operator

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED. 
 
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. 

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Waste Management Facility Operator utilises a range of plant and equipment to carry out the day-to-day activities required for the management of the solid waste landfill, Community Recycling Centre, and general site maintenance. This position ensures placement of materials is undertaken in accordance with Council’s Landfill Master Plan, fill plan, Environmental Protection Licence, Development Approval, and other plans of management. 

Key responsiblities include;

• Undertake plant operations to move, spread, level, compact, trim and shape solid waste and cover materials, road materials and other stockpiled materials 
• Demonstrate competency in the operation of dynamic load shifting plant and equipment including, but not limited to, Dozer, Compactor, Excavator, loader and Tractor
• Ensure daily maintenance and pre-start checks of assigned plant are completed
• Set out and maintain signage and traffic control measures within the landfill
• Keep site and access roads tidy, undertake dust control works
• Monitor scrap steel, organics, timber and concrete management within the landfill 
• Where required, undertake community recycling centre duties
• Undertake vegetation management including weed control, mowing and whipper snipping on the landfill face, rental properties and buffer lands
• Utilisation of plant to carry out water diversion, onsite pumping and drainage works

Essential to this role is demonstrated experience operating dynamic load plant equipment and proven competence in undertaking labouring and maintenance tasks. 

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working a 76 hours per fortnight across an 8-day fortnight on a 7-day roster system. This roster includes one weekend per fortnight.  

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 7 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $3018 - $3383 per fortnight inclusive of weekend penalty rates and Adverse Working Conditions allowance, plus 11.5% superannuation. This role is eligible for 5 weeks annual leave per year.  

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:   

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks 

Your leave benefits include:     

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:   

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:   

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE? 

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council?  Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Darren Bray, Supervisor Waste Management Facility on 0488 096 634. 

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 6 APRIL 2025.