Field Operations Lead: Waste & Quarry

Walgett Shire Council; Walgett, Lightning Ridge; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 day fortnight

5 weeks annual leave

Long service leave after 5 years

Wellness leave (MyLeave)

Professional development

Job summary

Walgett Shire Council is seeking a capable Team Leader, Waste and Quarry Services to oversee operations across Walgett and Lightning Ridge. The role combines hands-on heavy plant work with day-to-day supervision of waste facilities, transfer stations and a quarry network.

You will plan rosters, allocate resources, enforce WHS, and drive safe, efficient service delivery in a remote outback setting. A strong safety mindset and practical leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading waste or quarry operations.
• Proven ability to operate heavy plant safely.
• Strong safety leadership and WHS compliance.
• Effective communicator and team collaborator.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site activities and supervise staff across sites.
• Plan rosters, allocate plant and resources.
• Ensure operations meet safety, compliance and reporting.
• Manage weighbridge, gatehouse and customer service tasks.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Worksite supervision

Safety leadership

Team coordination

Tools

Garbage trucks

Skid steer

Bulldozers

Job description

Walgett Shire Council is seeking a capable Team Leader, Waste and Quarry Services to oversee operations across Walgett and Lightning Ridge. The role combines hands-on heavy plant work with day-to-day supervision of waste facilities, transfer stations and a quarry network.

You will plan rosters, allocate resources, enforce WHS, and drive safe, efficient service delivery in a remote outback setting. A strong safety mindset and practical leadership are essential for success.