Flexible Hours Waste & Resource Recovery Officer

Kyogle Council; Kyogle; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyogle Council is seeking a Motivated Resource Recovery Officer to join our Planning and Community Development team. Based at the Kyogle Waste Facility, you will support the Senior Resource Recovery Officer in coordinating waste management operations.

You will supervise staff and contractors, operate the Kyogle landfill weighbridge and associated computer systems, assist with environmental monitoring and EPL compliance, and contribute to waste surveys and reporting.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety and environmental protection.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Good communication and customer service skills, professional interaction with the public and contractors.
• Ability to supervise and support staff and promote safe work practices.
• Strong organisational skills for planning, prioritising and adapting to changing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate waste management facilities and resources to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Supervise facility staff, contractors and the public, ensuring activities are safe and effective.
• Operate the Kyogle landfill weighbridge and related computer systems; maintain records and charge fees.
• Assist with environmental monitoring and EPL compliance and reporting.
• Maintain waste facilities and surrounding areas in a clean, safe condition.
• Contribute to waste management policy improvement and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Staff supervision

Waste management

Environmental protection

Planning & prioritization

Tools

Weighbridge system

Job description

Kyogle Council is seeking a Motivated Resource Recovery Officer to join our Planning and Community Development team. Based at the Kyogle Waste Facility, you will support the Senior Resource Recovery Officer in coordinating waste management operations.

You will supervise staff and contractors, operate the Kyogle landfill weighbridge and associated computer systems, assist with environmental monitoring and EPL compliance, and contribute to waste surveys and reporting.