R2026/41 - Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling) - Re-advertised

Wentworth Shire Council; Wentworth Shire Council; Sur place; AUD 59 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Accrued Rostered Days Off

4 weeks Annual Leave

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Professional development opportunities

12% superannuation

Résumé du poste

Wentworth Shire Council is seeking a Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling) to operate heavy plant and equipment at the Buronga Landfill and transfer stations at Wentworth, Pomona and Dareton.

The role includes maintaining sites, litter control, cleaning, and some customer service, with a three-month probation and a starting salary of $65,979.47 plus 12% superannuation, plus fit-for-work assessment and pre-employment drug tests.

Qualifications

• Operate heavy plant & equipment at Council's waste management facilities.
• Maintain sites in a clean and tidy condition; litter control; cleaning and upkeep of buildings and amenities.
• Provide some level of customer service.
• Subject to a three-month probation period and pre-employment drug and alcohol tests.

Responsabilités

• Operate heavy plant & equipment at Buronga Landfill and transfer stations at Wentworth, Pomona and Dareton.
• Maintain sites in a clean and tidy condition; litter control; cleaning and upkeep of amenities.
• Deliver customer service as required.

Description du poste

R2026/41 - Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling) - Re-advertised

Full time permanent position

Wentworth Shire Council is seeking a suitable and motivated individual for the position of Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling). As a member of the team, you will be required to operate heavy plant & equipment at Council's waste management facilities, including the Buronga Landfill, as well as the transfer stations at Wentworth, Pomona and Dareton. You may also be required to undertake a range of other duties including maintaining the sites in a clean and tidy condition, litter control, cleaning and upkeep of all building sites and amenities, and some level of customer service.

The position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a three-month probation period and has a commencing salary of $65,979.47 plus 12% superannuation. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a fit for work assessment along with a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Closing: 4pm, Monday 9 November 2026

No late applications are accepted.

Join Wentworth Shire Council for a career in a progressive, community-focused work environment that prioritises the interests of the Shire. Wentworth Shire Council is committed to becoming a child safe organisation by embedding the NSW Child Safe Standards across our organisation. An advocate of Equal Employment Opportunity, Council offers outstanding working conditions and a team-oriented, positive culture.

Employees at Wentworth Shire Council are provided with a range of benefits:

• Accrued Rostered Days Off throughout the year (for eligible roles), in addition to four weeks of Annual Leave
• Long Service Leave entitlements after five years of service
• Professional development opportunities
• 12% superannuation

Wentworth Shire, home to about 8,000 residents, offers a unique lifestyle by the Murray and Darling Rivers. It's a place of natural beauty and outdoor activities, ideal for families. Nearby Mildura provides additional amenities and cultural experiences. This balance makes Wentworth Shire an attractive location for living, working, and exploring. Discover what is worth seeing and doing in Wentworth and Surrounds: experiencewentworth.com.au

Further information on the role and application process can be found from Council's website www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/employmentor by contacting Glen Norris, Manager Human Resources on (03) 5027 5***.