Waste Operations Casual Pool Infrastructure Services Casual
The Scenic Rim is a region of opportunity surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks and well renowned for its breathtaking scenery, agricultural and tourism industries.
At Scenic Rim Regional Council, we deliver community services and infrastructure to the region's population of more than 40,000. With a diverse team exceeding 470 employees, we are committed to shaping a progressive future for our community through collaboration, integration and innovation. We are proudly an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and a workplace underpinned by shared ethos and values that shape our actions and behaviours.
About this opportunity Our Waste Services team is seeking Casual Waste Services Officers to support the operations of Council's waste transfer stations and their surrounding areas. As a Waste Services Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that waste materials are disposed of safely and responsibly, while keeping our stations clean and accessible to the community.
Additionally, you'll also…
* Direct the public on the correct placement of refuse and recyclable materials and the assessment of loads as per Council's waste acceptance criteria.
* In accordance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, take reasonable care for your own health, safety and wellbeing and take reasonable care to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of others.
* Maintain safety on the waste transfer station, ensuring the public do not enter restricted areas, or attempt to scavenge.
* Ensure the waste transfer station surrounds are maintained in a tidy manner and refuse is disposed of in the correct location. This includes all areas within the waste transfer station bounds, access roads and adjoining properties.
About you…
* Current Front-End Loader / Backhoe (LL and LB Licence).
* Must hold a current card for 30215 Qld - Course in General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) or National White Card (CPCCOHS1001A).
* General knowledge of waste management, transfer station operations and landfills.
* Demonstrated numeracy, written and verbal communication skills to carry out financial transactions, read safety instructions and to effectively communicate with members of the public and team members.
* Proven problem solving and time management skills, with the ability to develop, maintain and monitor own work activities in order to meet deadlines.
What's in it for you?
Scenic Rim Regional Council is an innovative employer, offering flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team environment. For the right candidate, this position comes with a remuneration from $36.42 per hour in accordance with specified roster allowances as you may be required to work weekends.
How to apply
If this sounds like the position for you, don't delay - Apply now
1. Check out the position description and further information available at Careers with Council – Scenic Rim Regional Council.
2. Submit a covering letter that tells us why YOU WANT this role. Ensure to include your skills, experience and suitability addressing the 'About you' criteria. Be passionate Be creative Be specific Max 2 pages.
3. Attach your resume that provides a clear statement of your working history, relevant skills and key achievements (including specific examples of what you've done in the past).
Applications close: 12 noon 06 December 2025
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Council is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free work environment