Waste Transfer Station- Casual Plant Operator

LITCHFIELD COUNCIL; Humpty Doo; Vor Ort; AUD 69.000 - 83.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Casual loading included

Superannuation

Competitive hourly wage

Zusammenfassung

Litchfield Council is seeking a Casual Plant Operator to operate heavy equipment and assist customers at the Waste Transfer Station. You will help manage waste and recyclables while upholding safety and efficiency in a supportive team environment. The role includes weekend shifts on a rotating roster and a focus on community service.

The ideal candidate will hold licences for forklifts and driving, plus First Aid and NT White Card, with a strong commitment to WHS regulations.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in the waste management industry or transfer stations.
• Hold current driving licences and operating licences mentioned.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Aufgaben

• Operate heavy machinery such as forklifts, backhoes, and front-end loaders.
• Assist customers and manage waste materials per best practices.
• Maintain safety standards and conduct routine equipment inspections.
• Work on a rotating roster, including weekends.

Kenntnisse

Heavy machinery operation

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Two-way radio communication

Time management

Tools

Forklift

Backhoe

Front-end loader

MR Class Driver's Licence

C-Class Driver's Licence

Forklift Licence

Jobbeschreibung

Waste Transfer Station- Casual Plant Operator

Waste Transfer Station - Casual Plant Operator

• Engage in hands-on operations using various heavy machinery.
• Provide exceptional customer service while ensuring safe waste disposal.
• Be part of a supportive team with an emphasis on safety and efficiency.
• Enjoy competitive pay with flexible working hours in a dynamic environment.

About Litchfield Council

Litchfield Council is committed to promoting sustainable waste management practices while providing essential services to our community. Our team works diligently to ensure that both residents and the environment are treated with respect and care.

We strive to create a positive work environment that supports teamwork, innovation, and personal development, allowing our employees to flourish in their roles.

Position Overview

The Waste Transfer Station Plant Operator plays a critical role in the efficient operation of Litchfield Council's Waste Transfer Stations. In this casual position, you will be responsible for operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, backhoes, and front-end loaders while ensuring that waste and recyclables are managed according to best practices.

Your duties will include assisting customers, monitoring waste materials, maintaining safety standards, and conducting routine inspections of equipment. You will work on a rotating roster that may include weekends.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will possess a blend of technical skills, interpersonal abilities, and a strong commitment to safety.

• Experience in the waste management industry, particularly with transfer stations.
• Hold a current MR Class Driver's licence.
• Proficient in operating a backhoe, forklift, and front-end loader.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using two-way radio communication effectively.
• Dedicated to adhering to Work Health and Safety regulations.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Capable of managing time efficiently.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and potential overtime.
• Possess a current C-Class Driver's License, Forklift License, First Aid Certificate, and NT White Card (or the ability to obtain these).

We are looking for individuals who are physically capable of performing manual tasks, including lifting up to 20 kg unaided, and who can present themselves professionally while interacting with the public.

Salary & Benefits

This casual position offers a competitive hourly wage of $54.98, which includes casual loading, plus superannuation. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values safety, teamwork, and community service.

Careers with Litchfield Council

Are you looking for a rewarding career? Then join the team and make a difference to your community. Litchfield Council offers you the chance to work in a stable and secure environment while providing excellent opportunities to develop your skills and career potential.

Litchfield Council offices are situated on the outskirts of Darwin and nestled in tropical rural bushland. With a population of over 25,000, Litchfield Municipality residents enjoy a diverse rural lifestyle which holds a unique mix of rural residential, horticultural, agricultural and industrial interests within its boundaries.

We're a small team, working closely together, our staff have real diversity in the breadth of projects they become involved in, and the skills they learn as a result.