The Role
Council is seeking a motivated and hands‐on Resource Recovery Operator to join our Sustainability team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operation of Council's Waste Management Facilities, while delivering a high standard of customer service to our community.
Based primarily at the Scone Waste Management Facility, you may also be called upon to support operations across other Council sites as required.
In this role, you will operate and maintain a range of plant and equipment, contributing to the smooth day‐to‐day running of the facility. You will take pride in maintaining high operational standards and ensuring the site remains clean, safe and well‐managed supporting both the community and Council's broader sustainability objectives.
What's On Offer
* A salary range from $1135.90 – $1272.20 per week (based on relevant skills and experience) + 12% superannuation + allowances
* A true 38 hour working week, Monday – Friday working week with the opportunity for overtime if desired
* Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (working a 9‐day fortnight)
* Four weeks of Annual Leave per year
* Access to Long Service Leave after five years
* Generous Sick Leave entitlements
* Training and upskilling opportunities
* Salary sacrifice options
* Secure, permanent employment with Council
What We Need From You
* Demonstrated willingness and capability to undertake training and operate Council's weighbridge, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality customer service at all times.
* Previous experience operating plant and equipment is highly desirable, along with sound computer literacy.
* Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, while also showing initiative and the capacity to work independently when required.
About Us
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff: honesty, openness, accountability, mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.
Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!
Closing Date
Tuesday 7th April 2026
Enquiries and Further Information
Give Jessie Burton, Resource Recovery Coordinator, a call on 6540 1175 or e‐mail to discuss this opportunity. Or you can just submit an application online by the closing date by clicking the "Apply" button below.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking "Apply for this job" or through Council's website – upperhunter.nsw.gov.au.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via or 02 65401100 to discuss.
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