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Weighbridge and Recovery Shop Assistant

Orange City Council

Date posted: December 10, 2024

Closes: Mar 10, 2025


Orange City Council:

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With almost 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

About the Role:

The Ophir Road Resource Recovery Centre, also known as the ORRRC, is where a number of key waste management operations take place and is also a valuable tool in waste diversion and resource recovery in Orange. This position will assist with the operations of the Recovery Shop, Community Recycling Centre, and Weighbridge.

What you will Do:

  • Work amongst our community and be a positive public facing ambassador for Orange City Council
  • Be an essential part in the community education process relating to waste reduction and appropriate Resource Recovery activities
  • Ensure patrons receive all necessary guidance and help to access all of the site facilities
  • Undertake cash handling, reconciliation, and accurate data entry
  • Determine what products are suitable for the Recovery Shop and in the recovery of saleable items for the Shop and direct household hazardous waste to the appropriate stillage within the CRC
  • Carry out roadside clean up as directed
  • Click on the link to check out the full Position Description (this link will work on Council's website)

About You:

  • Do you have experience in a similar role e.g. customer service or waste services?
  • Demonstrated experience in cash handling, using an EFTPOS machine and using a point-of-sale system or equivalent?
  • Are you able to undertake a set roster which may require working including weekends and public holidays?

Is this job for you?

  • Apply by submitting your resume and providing a brief response as to why you are a great fit for this role!
  • Get your application in by: Sunday, 15 December 2024 
  • Weekly Salary: From $1,009.61 plus allowances, relevant penalty rates (weekend & public holiday) and superannuation
  • Hours of work: Permanent full-time 38 hours per week
  • To benefit your wellbeing, you will have access to Council’s, employee assistance program, fitness passport and health and wellbeing programmes

Keen To Learn More?

  • Visit www.orange.nsw.gov.au to learn more about Orange City Council
  • For any enquiries, contact Manager - Waste Services & Technical Support, Wayne Davis on (02) 6393 8113.

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.

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