Landfill Plant Operator

Shire of East Gippsland; Bairnsdale; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Discounted recreation memberships

Annual leave loading paid in December

Long service and progression salaries

Job summary

East Gippsland Shire Council is seeking a Landfill Plant Operator for the Bairnsdale Landfill. The role supports daily operation, heavy equipment maintenance and waste disposal with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

The position is part-time (0.71 EFT) with a 7 days on / 7 days off pattern and weekend work. Applicants must have plant operation and HR qualifications/licences and be able to work at the Bairnsdale site.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience safely operating landfill plant and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of safety, environmental and compliance requirements.
• Strong customer service and communication skills with the public and staff.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and undertake daily maintenance of heavy plant and equipment used in landfill operations.
• Operate Watercart for dust suppression on site.
• Manage unloading and disposal of waste, ensuring only permitted waste is accepted and recyclables diverted.
• Direct customers to designated waste disposal and recycling areas and provide professional service.
• Maintain the landfill site, including roads, drainage, cleanliness and stockpiles of cover material.
• Complete required paperwork, machinery compliance checks and support site operations per safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

HR competency qualifications and licences

Job description

We are East Gippsland Shire.

Business Unit

The Sustainability and Waste Minimisation Unit supports the safe and effective delivery of Council’s waste and recycling services across East Gippsland. The team manages waste facilities and landfill operations, working to meet environmental and legislative requirements while supporting Council’s waste minimisation objectives.

The Opportunity

As the Landfill Plant Operator, you will support the day-to-day operation of the Bairnsdale Landfill, safely operating and maintaining heavy plant and equipment used in landfill operations. You will help manage the disposal and diversion of waste, maintain the site and direct customers to the appropriate waste and recycling areas. You will also help ensure the landfill operates safely and in accordance with environmental and legislative requirements. This is a part-time 0.71 EFT, limited tenure position from December 2026 to December 2027, based at the Bairnsdale Landfill. You will work 7 days on, 7 days off. The position includes weekend work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Safely operate and undertake daily maintenance of heavy plant and equipment used in landfill operations.
• Operation of Watercart for dust suppression on site.
• Manage the unloading and disposal of waste, ensuring only permitted waste is accepted and recyclable materials are diverted from landfill.
• Direct customers to designated waste disposal and recycling areas and provide professional and courteous customer service.
• Maintain the landfill site, including internal roads, stormwater drainage, cleanliness and stockpiles of cover material.
• Complete required paperwork, machinery compliance checks and support the operation of the site in accordance with environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.

What we're looking for:

• Extensive experience safely and competently operating landfill plant and heavy equipment.
• Relevant plant operation and HR competency qualifications and licences as listed in the position description.
• Good knowledge of landfill operations, including safety, environmental and compliance requirements and the ability to complete required records and paperwork.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with members of the public and other staff.
• Ability to physically perform the role safely.

Why you'll love EGSC:

• Work-Life Balance:
• Work 7 days on 7 days off
• Discounted memberships to our Recreation Centres
• Competitive Salaries:
• Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December!
• Banded salaries with built in yearly increases!
• A Supportive environment:
• 17 weeks paid parental leave pro rata
• Additional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needs
• Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career!
• Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
• Staff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions

Does this sound like the role for you?

Questions? Contact Bryan Matthews, Landfill Operations Supervisor on 03 5153 9500

Applications close at 11:45pm on 20 November 2026

Required pre-employment checks:

• Police Check
• Pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
• Proof of qualifications required for the position

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age. East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.