Resource Recovery Operator

City of Wagga Wagga; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave per annum

Ongoing training and development

Penalty rates on weekends

Job summary

The City of Wagga Wagga invites applications for a Resource Recovery Operator at the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre. The role covers transfer station operations, load inspections, directing the public to correct disposal areas, and assisting with recycling processes.

You will help with site maintenance, safety, and a range of related duties across onsite and rural transfer stations. We seek reliable, safety-conscious individuals with ability to work in a team and independently, holding a Class

Qualifications

• Valid Class C driver's licence (MR desirable).
• General Construction Induction Training Card.
• National Certificates of Competency - Forklift (LF) or willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrated experience relevant to the role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Undertake waste management and recycling duties including transfer station operations, load inspections and identifying waste materials; direct public and contractors to correct waste disposal areas; provide waste disposal advice.
• Understand policies and conduct fire and emergency operations; move and empty waste skips; cardboard and paper pressing operations; styrene processing; tyre rim removal; site safety and security.
• Undertake site maintenance, unloading/loading activities, litter control, water management duties and routine visits to rural transfer stations.
• Effectively manage disposal of domestic, commercial and building waste, green waste and contaminated waste, ensuring high recyclables diversion and regulatory compliance.
• Provide quality customer service and support weighbridge operations where required.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

Forklift NC (LF)

Tools

Forklift LF

Job description

Join the frontline of environmental sustainability with this hands-on opportunity at Council’s Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC).

As a Resource Recovery Operator, you’ll support a wide range of waste and recycling operations—both onsite and across rural transfer stations. Your work will include everything from load inspections, directing customers, and operating equipment, to site maintenance, emergency procedures, and supporting recycling processes.

If you’re reliable, safety-conscious, and passionate about waste reduction, this role is your chance to make a real impact in your community.

• Permanent, full-time position, based on 38 hours per week.
• Remuneration package of $2,509.30 gross per fortnight with the opportunity to progress to $3,011.16 gross per fortnight + superannuation (12%).
• Six (6) week rotating roster, working two (2) weekend out of every six (6) weeks.
• Penalty rates applicable for hours worked on weekends.
• Access to five (5) weeks annual leave per annum.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Please note: Rates of pay for all Council employees aged between 15-18 years of age are paid in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2026, Clause 32. Junior and TraineeEmployment. For further information, please see Council’s Junior Rates of Pay Fact Sheet.

Key Responsibilities

As a Resource Recovery Operator, you will be responsible to:

• Undertake waste management and recycling duties including; transfer station operations, load inspections and identifying waste materials; direct public and contractors to correct waste disposal areas; provide waste disposal advice; understand policies and conduct fire and emergency operations; move and empty waste skips; cardboard and paper pressing operations; styrene processing; tyre rim removal; and site safety and security.
• Undertake waste management and recycling duties outside of the transfer station, this will include site maintenance, unloading and loading activities, litter control, all onsite water management duties and visiting rural transfer stations for regular housekeeping duties. Where staff shortages are present at rural locations, support these sites during opening hours as required.
• Effectively manage the disposal of domestic waste, commercial and building waste, green waste and contaminated waste, ensuring maximum recyclable diversion and compliance with regulations and procedure.
• Provide quality customer service and support weighbridge operations where required.
• Utilise and maintain all items of plant, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment and clothing (PPE/C) in accordance with Council standards.
• Complete documentation relevant to the role e.g. standard forms, payroll system, toolbox talk, site safety documentation including incident reports etc.
• Perform other duties in support of the GWMC team as directed, relevant to skills, competence and training.

Essential Requirements Of The Position

As the successful applicant, you will bring a strong mix of qualifications, skills and professional experience, including:

• Class C Driver’s Licence (MR Licence Desirable).
• General Construction Induction Training Card.
• National Certificates of Competency - Forklift (LF) (or a willingness to obtain).
• Demonstrated experience relevant to the role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

In accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation, the successful applicant is required to be vaccinated for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Tetanus and will be asked to provide evidence of this.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Council acknowledges that applicants may use AI tools to assist with preparing their application. If you do, please ensure your application reflects your own skills and experience. Candidates progressing through the recruitment process should be prepared to discuss and expand on all aspects of their application, including their responses to the focus questions.

What is next?

Applications close Sunday, 15 November 2026 at 11.59pm AEST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 23 November 2026.

If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Duane Deegenaars, Resource Recovery Leading Hand on 0455 140 027.

As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position.

All preferred candidates for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with a criminal record are not discouraged from applying for the position. Each application will be considered on its merit.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs

https://wagga.nsw.gov.au/the-council/careers/why-work-in-wagga

Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people of all ages.