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Waste Depot Attendant

Shoalhaven City Council

Date posted: May 10, 2024

Closes: May 26, 2024


  • Salary: $55,466 - $62,352 p.a. plus 11% Super
  • Permanent, Full-Time
  • Salary: $55,466 - $62,352 p.a. plus 11% Super
About the role

This is a permanent, full-time position working 38 hours per week. A monthly roster will be implemented to support the business requirements, which operates seven days a week. Candidates selected for this role will be responsible for working shifts which may include weekends and public holidays as required.

You will work between West Nowra, Huskisson, and Ulladulla depending on operational needs. You will also be required to work at the 7 other sites including Kangaroo Valley, Berry, Callala, Sussex Inlet, Bendalong, Lake Conjola, and Kioloa as required.

Duties
Reporting directly to the Waste Depot Supervisor, the focus of this position is to:

  • Work within a team to undertake multiple waste collection, acceptance, disposal and recycling duties that compliment Councils waste landfilling operations by diverting reusable items from landfill.
  • Work in co-operation and collaboratively with all team members to achieve Council’s waste operational goals.
  • Complete duties associated with the different operational areas:

  • Transfer area
  • Weighbridge/Gatehouse
  • Buy-Back Centre
  • Garden Organics and Bulky Waste pick-up
  • Street and Park litter bin pick-ups
  • Collection of waste and recycling from other Council facilities

  • Perform recycling operations in several ways from manual separation, to using mobile plant, to high tech fixed plant and sorting equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and Council’s policies and procedures.
  • Participate in morning and afternoon briefs, identifying any safety related issues or operational improvements that can be implemented.

Skills & Experience
To be successful in the position, you will possess:

  • Certificate 2 in Waste Management, Civil Construction, or equivalent experience
  • Previous experience in a waste management or civil construction or maintenance environment
  • Class C Driver’s Licence
  • Hold or be willing to obtain a current SafeWork NSW Construction Induction Card (i.e., White
  • Card)
  • Proof of Australian residency or citizenship
  • Demonstrated ability to provide high level customer service.
  • Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to WHS principles and practices
  • Ability and willingness to undertake physical manual work.
  • Basic computer operation skills

About Shoalhaven City Council
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

  • Generous Leave Entitlements
  • Long Service Leave After 5 Years
  • Remote Working Arrangements
  • Fitness Passport
  • Novated Lease Arrangements
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance
  • Training and Development Programs

How to Apply
You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you. In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Councils website.

  • At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
  • Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
  • How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?

Contact: Elizabeth Smith – Waste Depot Coordinator – 0419 932 532

Applications Close: Sunday 26 May 2024 (at Midnight)

Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

Shoalhaven City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of children and young people and are committed to providing a safe workplace.

When your application has been submitted completely, you will receive a confirmation email.

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