Waste Transfer Operator

Description:

• Band 3 ($66,283 - $69,498 per annum, based on full-time, plus allowances)
• Permanent part-time (28hrs/week - Saturday to Tuesday, Full Days)
• Weekend and Public Holiday work is required, in accordance with Special Engagement provisions of the Enterprise Agreement.

About the Role

The role will provide waste services by the operation of waste plant including bobcat, forklift and hook truck as well as general labour and other duties required to operate council Waste Transfer Services, which collect waste from the general public for recycling, reuse and disposal. This may include operation of rural Transfer Stations within the municipality and other duties as rostered as part of waste operations.

This is a perfect opportunity to join our team where job security is priority. If you are looking for a supportive environment that values your future while providing a healthy work life balance, this is the job for you.

About You

The successful applicant will hold a current Heavy Rigid and Forklift licence and have the ability to operate a bobcat. You should have knowledge of waste management principles, be able to work in a team and have excellent communication skills and be able to work with a wide variety of individuals including members of the public.

About the Region

Horsham Rural City Council is a vibrant municipality located approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. The majority of its 19,880 residents are located in Horsham, a hub for health care, niche retail, education and schooling, community services, arts, sports and culture.

There is an abundance of wide-open space, diverse natural assets, including recreational lakes, wetlands, the Wimmera River, Mount Arapiles and nearby Grampians National Park.

For more information, please see the Position Description.