Waste Facility Operator

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR AN EXPERIENCED PLANT OPERATOR TO JOIN A GREAT LOCAL GOVERNMENT TEAM 

About the position:

The Waste Facility Operator is responsible for performing operational tasks at the waste management facility, with a focus on customer control, plant and equipment operation, and site maintenance.

• This is a permanent full-time position based at the Greater Toowoomba Waste Management Facility (O'Mara Road, Wellcamp).
• The base wage for this position is $1,129.62 gross per week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation. 
• In addition to the base wage rate, variable allowances are available (for example - on call, overtime, asbestos allowance, wet weather).
• This position works any five in seven days on a rotating roster. 
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
• A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.
• Work in a safety-conscious organisation - home safe every day!

About the Waste Services team:

Toowoomba Regional Council’s Waste Services Branch manages, operates, and controls the region’s Waste Management Facilities and recycling. The branch coordinates waste collection services while providing communication and education of waste services to the community.

The team is composed of indoor and outdoor staff that collaboratively offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in different aspects of waste management. Driven by the TRC Waste Management Strategy 2021, we believe that setting out the waste and resource recovery needs of the region is an essential service that plays a key role in minimising the environmental impact of waste while enhancing public health.

A positive outlook towards the execution of cutting-edge principles in waste diversion strategies will be a great addition to the team. Working with the team also provides the opportunity for enthusiastic candidates to make a difference and work towards “a Sustainable Tomorrow” for the Toowoomba Region.

To be successful in this position:

• Current ‘HR’ Heavy Rigid Class Driver’s Licence is essential.
• Possession of at least one (1) of the following nationally recognised Major Plant competencies at the time of appointment is essential:
  • Major Plant:
    • Excavator
    • Forklift
    • Wheel Loader
• Experience with the following Minor Equipment/Machinery is highly desirable:
  • Minor Equipment/Machinery:
    • Ride on Sweeper
    • Ride on Mower
    • Brush Cutter
    • Blower

• WHS Competency (White Card) for CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, or a willingness to obtain this card prior to commencement is essential.
• Current Removal of Non-Friable Asbestos (CPCCDE3014A) certificate is desirable.
• First Aid certificate – Provide first aid (HLTAID011) is highly desirable.
• Certificate III in Waste Management is highly desirable.
• Ability to be ‘fit-tested’ for tight-fitting respirators within the first six (6) months of employment.

How to apply:

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Position Description.

To apply, please submit your current resume and ensure you have answered all the application questions.

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council.  Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information 

Please contact Jane Carlyle on (07) 4688 8696 within business hours.

Closing date 

The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 9 June 2024

About Council

The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW.  The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments.  Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region.  We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Attachments:
- Position Description - Waste Facility Operator (1969).pdf
- TRC Values and Behaviours.pdf