AddressAbout us
The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney. From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.
With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters. Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.
Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year.
About the role
This position is a full-time role in the Waste Services team, based at the Brou Waste Management Facility. The successful candidate will competently supervise the operations of Council’s Waste Management facilities.
Your main duties will include:
- Supervise and allocate tasks to site staff and coordinate the staff roster.
- Supervise and assist in the implementation of the Site Operation Plan and monitor the operational and environmental performance of the site.
- Plan, control and organise construction projects and maintenance/renewal works.
- Arrange for stock, appropriate collection and storage of goods, sale of goods and data collection at the Buy Back Centre.
- Undertake administrative tasks relating to the waste landfill activities.
- Supervise and assist with the diversion of recoverable materials from the landfill and reduce contamination in stockpiles.
- Operate and maintain weighbridge and Control the waste entering Council’s waste facilities in accordance with Council’s waste guidelines or policies.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Ensure that buildings, equipment and tip grounds are maintained in a clean condition.
Salary Information
Total remuneration for the role is in the range $3,231.29 to $3,517.40 gross per fortnight consisting of:
- $2,816.53 to $3,074.29 base salary
- $94.54 Adverse Working Conditions Allowance
- $320.22 to $348.57 superannuation (at 11%)
When required by Council, participation in an on call roster is part of this position. An allowance is paid when on call.
A fully maintained Council vehicle for to/from home use is available with this position.An offer of employment for this position is subject to medical clearance to verify that you are safely able to undertake the duties of the position.A satisfactory outcome as a result of a National Criminal History Record Check is required for appointment to this position.
What we offer
We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing. We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community.
Culture and benefits
- Work/life balance through a range of flexible work options.
- 35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, Uprise Wellbeing App, Fitness Passport, Social Club, flu vaccinations and skin checks.
- Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
- 9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
- Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
- Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program.
- Salary packaging program.
About you
Do you enjoy working outdoors and have experience in resource recovery, recycling or landfill operations? Are you a born leader with great organisation skills and the ability to develop project plans? This may be your next role! To be successful in this role your application will further demonstrate the following:
- Ability to harmoniously lead a small team and supervise contractors.
- Experience in operating small plant and tools.
- Demonstrated ability to complete workplace documents in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ability to operate weighbridges including cash handling skills.
Please read the Information Package for full details. If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Evan Brooks on 0409 014 ***.
To apply for this position, please complete the form below or go to the Eurobodalla Shire Council website page if you found this vacancy via a job search website.
Applications close: 11.00pm Wednesday 21 February 2024.
Applicants found suitable through this recruitment process may be contacted for fixed term contract opportunities of less than 12 months where the position is similar in nature – meaning the position requires the same nature of duties, abilities, qualifications, experience and standard of work performance.
Please note there is no ability to save your application partway through. Please ensure you have enough time to complete your application prior to starting, by considering and preparing your answers to the selection criteria questions shown below in advance.
