Resource Recovery Operator — Sustainable Waste Champion

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

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