Waste Support Operator

Overview

This permanent full-time opportunity at the Stuart Waste Facility, operated by Townsville City Council, involves managing residential and commercial waste with a focus on resource recovery and recycling. The facility includes a weighbridge, landfill, transfer station, storage areas, and resource recovery operations. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver respectful and knowledgeable customer service regarding waste management.
• Manage litter and recycling activities including manual picking and erecting litter fences.
• Operate and monitor wastewater pumps and their valves.
• Set up pumps with lay flat hoses and fill water trucks from onsite sources.
• Maintain site signage and enforce safety regulations.
• Supervise public activities at the transfer station when needed.
• Operate heavy vehicles including water trucks and tippers.
• Support the leading hand in ensuring completion of site tasks.
• Maintain storage areas and assist in transporting materials like soil and aggregate around the site.

Qualifications and Experience

• Mandatory HR (Heavy Rigid) vehicle licence and Construction White Card.
• Experience operating water trucks in environments with active plant and heavy vehicle movements.
• Knowledge of water truck and waste disposal equipment operation and basic maintenance.
• Experience in hauling materials such as soil or aggregate.
• Effective verbal and UHF communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Competency in transferring station maintenance and cleaning.
• Ability to assist customers in maximizing waste diversion.
• Basic computer proficiency to use weighbridge software.
• Previous waste management industry experience is advantageous.
• Additional plant operation tickets (Front End Loader, Bulldozer, Compactor, Excavator) are highly valued.

Additional Information

• Work schedule: 10 day fortnight, 38 hours per week.
• Salary: $33.68 per hour base plus superannuation, with additional overtime and penalty rates applicable.
• Benefits include five weeks annual leave plus leave loading, personal/carer's leave, paid parental leave, domestic and disaster leave, uniforms and PPE, annual wage increases, up to 13.5% employer super contributions for contributing employees, salary sacrifice options, learning and development programs, fitness discounts, employee loyalty discounts, and assistance programs.
• All applicants must pass drug and alcohol screening as part of a zero-tolerance policy.
• Townsville City Council promotes diversity and inclusivity in its workforce and encourages applicants from varied backgrounds.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter (maximum two pages) explaining relevant skills and experience along with a resume verifying licenses and qualifications. For any accessibility needs or adjustments, candidates can contact council recruitment confidentially.