Landfill Officer

Federation Council; Corowa; On-site; AUD 43,931 - 48,491; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Fortnightly rostered days off

Long-service leave entitlements after 5 years

Job summary

Federation Council is seeking a motivated Landfill Officer to join the Engineering Services department in Corowa. This role involves managing essential waste infrastructure, ensuring all facilities operate safely and comply with regulations.

The ideal candidate should have a Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence, customer service skills, and experience in cash handling. Competitive salary and development opportunities are offered, with a supportive workplace focusing on work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence and General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
• Proven experience in cash handling, receipting, and reconciliation.
• Strong customer service and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Open and close facilities, collect tipping fees and record waste quantities.
• Inspect incoming waste to ensure correct disposal and prevent hazards.
• Operate plant to manage waste cells and compact materials.
• Conduct quarterly groundwater monitoring and site clean-ups.
• Manage invoicing records and adhere to data capture procedures.

Skills

Customer service skills

Conflict resolution skills

Cash handling experience

Understanding of WHS practices

Education

Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence

General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card)

Tools

First Aid Certificate

Remove Non-Friable Asbestos Certificate

Job description

Overview

Based in Corowa with duty stations in Howlong, Mulwala and across the Federation Council area.

Key Details

• Full-time – 76 hours per fortnight
• Fortnightly RDO
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Opportunity

Federation Council is seeking a motivated Landfill Officer to join our Engineering Services department. As a Landfill Officer you will serve the community by managing essential waste infrastructure, ensuring facilities operate smoothly, safely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and closing facilities, collecting tipping fees and recording waste quantities in Council systems.
• Inspecting incoming waste to prevent hazardous materials and ensuring all waste is disposed of in the correct locations.
• Operating Council plant to manage construction, demolition, and general waste cells, and compacting scrap metal and green waste.
• Conducting quarterly groundwater monitoring, perimeter reviews for feral pigs, and general clean‑ups to maintain site safety.
• Managing invoicing records, submitting finance requests and adhering to data capture procedures.

Essential Key Criteria

• A current and valid Heavy Rigid (HR) driver’s licence and a General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
• Possession of (or ability to obtain within 3 months) a First Aid Certificate, Remove Non‑Friable Asbestos Certificate, AQF3 Chemical Accreditation, and a drumMUSTER Inspector Ticket.
• Proven experience in cash handling, receipting, and reconciliation.
• Strong customer service and conflict‑resolution skills, with the ability to communicate courteously with the general public.
• Solid understanding of WHS practices and, ideally, experience in the waste industry.

Desirable Extras

• Heavy Combination (HC) licence.
• Competency certificates for Skidsteer, loaders, hook lifts, forklifts or excavators.

What We Offer

• Opportunity for growth and development of skills.
• Fortnightly rostered days off.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace with a focus on work/life balance.
• Long‑service leave entitlements after 5 years of service.

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment. The starting salary is $31.89 per hour, progressing to $35.20 per hour depending on skills and experience.

How To Find Out More

Contact Mark Verbaken, Waste and Resources Coordinator, at 0402 391 087 during business hours Monday to Friday.

How To Apply

Provide a cover letter telling us how you meet the criteria outlined above, along with a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills.

Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Thursday, 11 June 2026.

Application Methods

• Online: Select the “Apply” button at the bottom of this page via our HR Management platform.
• Email: Send your application to [e-mail].
• By mail: Send your application to Federation Council Human Resources, PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646.

Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex‑service personnel.