Overview
If you're not afraid to get your hands dirty, this is the job for you!
The primary purpose of the role is to provide a high level of service, support and maintenance in the operation of Council’s waste and resource recovery facilities. The operation of heavy plant and machinery to undertake routine Waste Management tasks is a main focus of this role.
Key Accountabilities
- Operate and maintain plant to complete routine waste management tasks, under limited direction, and in compliance with Environment Protection Authority (EPA) standards
- Screen and sort incoming waste accurately to minimise quantities directed to landfill and ensure materials are deposited in site-specific locations including recyclable/reusable or specific waste deposits (e.g., inert waste, putrescible waste, asbestos)
- Take appropriate remedial action, if necessary, to ensure compliance with EPA requirements and licence conditions for the landfill
- Provide effective and effective administrative support including maintaining accurate records of all incoming waste and outgoing recyclable and reusable material, receipt of monies and daily balancing using current gatehouse software
- Report to senior staff any infringements related to Council’s policies for landfill and transfer station operations
About You
We are looking for a motivated team player with a “can do” attitude. Someone who has:
- Experience in the operation of heavy plant and machinery to undertake routine Waste Management tasks
- A safety-first focus and the ability to use initiative
- Flexibility in their approach to completing tasks and supporting their team
We are seeking someone who has:
- Construction Induction Certificate (WHS White Card)
- Nationally accredited certificate of competency for LL – Front End Loader
- Nationally accredited certificate of competency for LE – Excavator
- SafeWork High Risk Licence for LF – Forklift
- Current Class HR Driver Licence
About the Role
Full time: 76-hour fortnight
Salary: Range from $57,907 to $66,591 + 12% super
Note: The activities of this position could involve exposure to Hepatitis A and B and Q Fever. The employee will be vaccinated against these hazards or provide proof of immunity.
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Please indicate your eligibility to work in Australia? *
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Essential qualifications/tickets:
- Construction Induction Certificate (WHS White Card)
- Nationally accredited certificate of competency for LL – Front End Loader
- Nationally accredited certificate of competency for LE – Excavator
- SafeWork High Risk Licence for LF – Forklift
- Current Class HR Driver Licence
Please detail your experience in the operation of a Landfill and/or Waste & Resource Recovery facility and explain or give examples of how you show commitment to Work Health & Safety. Describe your customer service and money handling skills and why you want to work as the Landfill Operator at Richmond Valley Council.
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- I am legally entitled to work in Australia.
- The information provided in this application and accompanying documents is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
- I acknowledge I have read and understand the Role Description
- I have not had any criminal convictions for fraud or causing harm to others in the last 10 years.
- I understand that any offer of employment will be based on the accuracy of this application and the outcome of relevant checks.
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