Waste Management & Resource Recovery Operator

Complete Staff Solutions; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Staff Solutions seeks a motivated Waste Management Officer to join a Resource Recovery team, delivering high‑quality waste services to the community from the Waste Management Centre. The role covers weighbridge operations, drop‑off area management and site maintenance, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will work across operational tasks, support cash handling and ensure compliance with safety, environmental and service standards, while maintaining a professional operation and

Qualifications

• Experience in the waste management industry.
• Class C driver license is required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to work rostered shifts including weekends and public holidays.
• Immunisation against Hepatitis A and B is desirable.
• Construction Induction Card (white card) is desirable.
• Forklift tickets are desirable.
• Experience with weighbridge operations and cash handling is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
• Carry out operational duties across resource recovery and transfer station facilities.
• Act as drop-off and transfer station area attendant as required.
• Perform weighbridge operations: direct customers, receipts, and record weights.
• Complete labouring and grounds maintenance tasks (mowing, litter collection, weeding, upkeep).
• Operate plant and equipment safely, including forklift.
• Maintain a strong focus on work health and safety standards.

Skills

Waste management experience

Customer service focus

Weekend shifts willingness

Education

Class C driver license

Tools

Weighbridge operations

Forklift tickets

Cash handling

Job description

Complete Staff Solutions seeks a motivated Waste Management Officer to join a Resource Recovery team, delivering high‑quality waste services to the community from the Waste Management Centre. The role covers weighbridge operations, drop‑off area management and site maintenance, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will work across operational tasks, support cash handling and ensure compliance with safety, environmental and service standards, while maintaining a professional operation and