Description:
Weighbridge Officer (Casual)
Level 2 - $32.33-$43.10 per hour (including casual loading)
*increasing to $33.63 to $44.83 per hour as of 1st July 2025
The Town
Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.
The Role
Are you a customer service champion? The Town of Port Hedland is currently looking for casual support from reliable individuals to join our Waste Operations team as Weighbridge Officers. The successful applicants will be expected to operate as effective team members at our South Hedland Landfill Facility. A day to day would include providing effective communication and quality control between customers and waste operations and maintaining weighbridge data.
You will be joining the team at an exciting time as the Town embarks on a culture of change with embracing of a wide range of new technologies, a large capitals works program, and a number of other projects that make the Town a desirable place to live and work.
For further information, please view the attached position description.
Work Related Requirements
The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:
- National Police Clearance
- Current 'C' class drivers license
- Rights to work in Australia
Employee Benefits
In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:
- Flexible Working Hours
- Competitive Hourly Rate
- 11.5% superannuation - with a co-contribution scheme of up to 14%
- Wellness program (includes up to 50% off gym membership, pool passes etc.)
- Training and professional development opportunities
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:
Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721
Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721
Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.
Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.
For further information about this position please contact the recruitment team via 08 9158 3000 or .au
The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.
Applications close 11.30pm Wednesday 9th April 2025
The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.