Landfill Attendants - Multiple Casual Roles

Bundaberg Regional Council; Bundaberg; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice options

Leave loading 17.5%

Fitness Passport

PPE supplied

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking motivated Landfill Attendants for multiple casual roles across the region. You will support waste management facilities, assist customers, and help recover recyclables while maintaining safe sites. The role offers an hourly rate with super and benefits.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication, ability to work independently or in a team, and a current driver’s licence; white card is preferred. Training and PPE are provided. Applications close soon.

Qualifications

• Good communication and people skills

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with waste and recycling inquiries.
• Manage waste and recycling streams.
• Operate weighbridge software.
• Undertake site maintenance activities.
• Contribute to environmental outcomes for the region.

Skills

Good communication

Strong organisation

Willingness to learn about waste andre

Basic computer skills

Current driver’s licence

White card (Construction Induction)

Tools

Weighbridge software

Gatehouse software

Job description

Landfill Attendants - Multiple Casual Roles

$45.86 per hour + super + benefits
Casual
Waste & Recycling Services, Infrastructure Operations and DeliveryBundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• Access to Fitness Passport
• PPE supplied
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

About The Opportunity

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking motivated and safety-focused Landfill Attendants to support the efficient operation of our waste management facilities across the region. This hands-on role plays an important part in helping the community responsibly dispose of waste, recover valuable recyclable materials, and maintain clean, safe facilities for residents and visitors.

Working within the Waste & Recycling Services team, you'll assist customers, manage waste and recycling streams, operate weighbridge software, undertake site maintenance activities, and contribute to environmental outcomes that benefit the region. Every day offers variety, customer interaction, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the community and environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

• Good communication and people skills, with confidence guiding customers and answering questions.
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A willingness to learn about waste and recycling streams, hazardous items, and environmental practices.
• Basic computer skills for recording data, receipting, and gatehouse software.
• Hold a current driver’s licence
• Possess a general construction induction card (white card), or be willing to obtain one.

The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check and Pre-Employment Medicals (which may include drug and alcohol testing), as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close on Monday, 23 November 2026, at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.