Waste Transfer Station Operator: Safety & Resource Recovery

Banana Shire Council; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Banana Shire Council invites applications for a role at the Taroom Waste Transfer Station. The position focuses on safe operation, waste segregation for resource recovery, and delivering accurate guidance on waste disposal to customers.

Your duties include assisting with administrative tasks, maintaining WHS standards, and supporting senior staff to improve processes and respond to disasters when required. A White Card and C-class licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Queensland C class driver’s licence.
• White Card or Blue Card (General Safety Induction) required.
• Desirable: MR/HR licences and Front-End Loader competency.
• Experience with plant operation tickets is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of Council’s waste transfer station.
• Ensure incoming waste and recyclables are properly segregated to maximise resource recovery.
• Provide accurate and timely advice on waste management and resource recovery to customers.
• Maintain workplace health and safety and environmental standards as required by law.
• Promote the image of the Council and public relations.
• Liaise with clients, staff, public and authorities to exchange information.
• Undertake routine administrative tasks such as timesheets.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Labouring experience

Conflict resolution skills

Literacy and numeracy skills

Ability to work with limited Superv.

Education

Queensland C class driver’s licence

White Card or Blue Card (General Safety Induction)

Certificate of Competency – Front-End Loader

Other plant operator tickets

Job description

Banana Shire Council invites applications for a role at the Taroom Waste Transfer Station. The position focuses on safe operation, waste segregation for resource recovery, and delivering accurate guidance on waste disposal to customers.

Your duties include assisting with administrative tasks, maintaining WHS standards, and supporting senior staff to improve processes and respond to disasters when required. A White Card and C-class licence are essential.