Waste Plant Operator - Heavy Equipment & Landfill

Bundaberg Region; Sharon; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

PPE supplied

Wellbeing support programs

Professional development support

Good work-life balance

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking a Plant Operator to support daily operations of waste facilities, focusing on landfill operations, plant operation and site maintenance. Reporting to the Technical Officer Landfill Operations, you will operate heavy equipment while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will hold a HC licence, White Card, and relevant experience in front end loaders, bulldozers and semi-trailers, with a police check and willingness to undergo

Qualifications

• Satisfactory National Police Check (name only)
• Current HC class driver's licence (Articulated Vehicle/Semi-trailer)
• General Construction Induction (White Card)
• Licence to operate a Front End Loader (LL)
• Licence to operate a Bulldozer (LZ)
• Substantial experience in the operation of front end loader, bulldozer and semi-trailer
• Sound knowledge of relevant Queensland Department of Transport rules and regulations
• Experience in the operations of waste management facilities would be an advantage
• Certificate in Asset Maintenance (Waste Management) (desirable)

Responsibilities

• As a Plant Operator, you will support the day-to-day operation of Council's waste management facilities, with a strong focus on landfill operations, plant operation, and site maintenance.

Skills

Police check

HC licence (heavy vehicle)

White Card

Front End Loader (LL)

Bulldozer (LZ)

Waste facility operations knowledge

Transport rules knowledge

Job description

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking a Plant Operator to support daily operations of waste facilities, focusing on landfill operations, plant operation and site maintenance. Reporting to the Technical Officer Landfill Operations, you will operate heavy equipment while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will hold a HC licence, White Card, and relevant experience in front end loaders, bulldozers and semi-trailers, with a police check and willingness to undergo